Senior Manager - Corporate Accounting - Internally Developed Software

NIQ is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Manager of Corporate Accounting to join our growing finance team. This individual will serve as the subject-matter expert along with managing and mentoring a team of hub accountants for accounting areas critical to our business including, but not limited to, internally-developed software (IDSW), property and equipment (i. e. , fixed assets) and operating and finance leases. They will be instrumental in ensuring compliance with accounting standards, managing monthly / quarterly / annual close processes and supporting other complex accounting areas as NIQ continues its journey as a public company. This position will report to the Assistant Global Corporate Controller. Key Activities, Responsibilities and Deliverables - Oversee the accounting for Internally developed software projects , including capitalization assessments, cost tracking and useful life evaluations - Strong US GAAP knowledge, especially ASC 350-40 (software), ASC 360 (fixed assets) and ASC 842 (leases) - Establish and maintain policies and controls for software development cost identification, classification and stage-based accounting - Partner with Engineering, Product and IT to validate project statuses, upcoming releases and development milestones - Oversee the full lifecycle of fixed assets, including capitalization, depreciation, asset tracking and disposals - Maintain capitalization thresholds and policies to ensure consistent application across the Company - Partner with Facilities and Procurement to ensure timely and accurate recording of asset additions and retirements - Ensure fixed asset subledger integrity and oversee ongoing process improvements - Oversee the accounting for operating and finance leases in compliance with ASC 842, including ROU asset and lease liability recognition, remeasurements and modifications - Review new contracts and amendments to assess lease classification, embedded lease considerations and term assumptions - Collaborate with Legal, Procurement and Facilities to ensure completeness of the lease population and timely capture of contract changes - Maintain and enhance processes with lease administration systems and ensure accurate monthly reporting - Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual close processes for all assigned areas, adhering to strict deadlines - Review journal entries, account reconciliations, rollforwards and flux analyses - Support financial statement disclosure preparation related to IDSW, fixed assets and leases - Support external audits, acting as the primary liaison for areas of responsibility - Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), including documentation, control design and operating effectiveness - Evaluate existing processes and drive automation, system enhancements and best practice workflows - Support system integrations related to fixed assets, project accounting and lease management tools - Ensure compliance with U.

S. GAAP and internal corporate accounting policies - Manage and mentor a team of hub accountants, providing training, guidance and performance feedback - Contribute to process-improvement initiatives (e. g. , ERP enhancements) by leveraging technology that could automate or speed up internal processes Qualifications - IDSW projects , including capitalization assessments, cost tracking and useful life evaluations required - Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field. - Certified Public Accountant - Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive relevant experience in public accounting (Big 4 preferred) or within a medium to large international organization. - Strong US GAAP knowledge, especially ASC 350-40 (software), ASC 360 (fixed assets) and ASC 842 (leases) - Strong interpersonal skills with excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to operate independently; capable of engaging professionally across all levels.