Technical Accounting Consultant

Technical Accounting Consultant – Software CapitalizationLocation: Fully Remote in any U.S. time zoneCompensation: $90 - $110/HRBenefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and sick time.We are seeking an experienced Technical Accounting Consultant / Senior Technical Accountant / Accounting Advisory Consultant to support a software capitalization assessment and related accounting analysis. This is a hands-on accounting role focused specifically on ASC 350-40 and internal-use software accounting.The ideal candidate has directly performed software capitalization assessments and is comfortable evaluating IT and software-related projects to determine which costs should be capitalized versus expensed. This is an accounting role—not an IT or project management position—and requires someone who can independently review documentation, apply accounting guidance, and clearly support their conclusions.What You'll DoPerform ASC 350-40 assessments for software development, implementation, ERP, SaaS/cloud, and other technology-related projectsEvaluate costs and activities to determine appropriate capitalizable vs. operating expense (Opex) treatmentReview Statements of Work (SOWs), vendor invoices, project documentation, contracts, and GL activity to determine the appropriate accounting treatmentIdentify potential misclassifications and recommend appropriate correcting journal entriesResearch and apply relevant U.S. GAAP guidance to support accounting conclusionsDocument accounting assessments, conclusions, and supporting rationale in a clear and audit-ready mannerPartner with accounting, finance, IT, and project stakeholders to gather information and resolve questionsReview existing accounting practices and identify opportunities for improvementAssist with developing or enhancing software capitalization policies and proceduresWork independently with minimal oversight and manage multiple projects or assessments as neededWhat We're Looking ForHands-on experience performing ASC 350-40 / internal-use software capitalization assessments — this is the key requirementDemonstrated experience determining capitalizable vs. Opex treatment for software development, implementation, ERP, SaaS/cloud, or other IT projectsExperience reviewing SOWs, invoices, project documentation, and GL activity as part of an accounting assessmentAbility to identify accounting misclassifications and recommend correcting journal entriesStrong understanding of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting conceptsExcellent written communication and documentation skills, with the ability to clearly explain and support accounting conclusionsAbility to work independently, navigate incomplete documentation, and effectively engage stakeholders with minimal directionCPA preferredBig 4, public accounting, technical accounting, or accounting advisory experience is highly valuedAddison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.J-18808-Ljbffr