Manager - Technical Accounting

We’re looking at you—high-achievers, challenge-seekers, and innovation-chasers.Professionals who never shy away from complex problems. We hire the top 1% and let your talents soar.Connor Group is hiring remote professionals for this position, with the obligation to work onsite at a client location when required. Additionally, professionals may utilize our offices across the U.S. if one is available in your area and your personal situation warrants it.Are you an intellectually curious, deal oriented professional who enjoys coming up with innovative solutions to complex business issues? Connor Group is seeking professionals who want to build off their existing accounting, operational, and industry experience. We execute finance projects that add value to our clients within their finance, accounting, and operation departments. From complex technical accounting and financial reporting issues to finance software implementation and automation, joining Connor Group will help you exponentially to further develop your career and expand your experience base.Connor Group is a specialized professional services firm of Big 4 alumni and industry executives. Our team of highly experienced professionals assists financial executives with their most complex business needs, including Accounting Advisory, Financial Operations, IPO, M&A, and Managed Services.Responsibilities:As a manager, you will interact with clients directly. Not only will you work independently, but you’ll also collaborate with a diverse group of talented professionals. Developing specialized expertise in multiple areasStrengthen personal capabilities to broaden new skills and deepen existing skillsShare experiences with junior team membersCommunicate with engagement leadership Prepare for and facilitate client and team meetingsWilling to take on new challenges and step out of comfort zoneProvide excellent timely client service, deliver high quality work, and strengthen client relationshipsAdd value through complex transaction analyses including IPOs, M&A, Divestitures, SPACs/Reverse Mergers, and Debt/Equity private placements.Understand technical accounting, FASB, and SEC rules and regulations, client deadlines and deliverables, requests, and preferences to deliver excellent client servicesIdentify, analyze, and conclude on generally accepted accounting principles for the client and consult with senior manager, director, or engagement partnerBegin to supervise, coach and mentor all levels of staff and contribute to performance feedback and training. Develop and communicate workplace culture and code of conductStrengthen client relationships and begin to generate additional engagement opportunities through excellent quality, timely execution and strategic approach to service delivery (i.e., One Firm – Passion, Pride and Purpose);Support growth efforts through pursuits, market research and maintaining a network I.e., your social capital.Foster relationships with clients to successfully prepare and complete auditsAdd value to public and private clients in any of the following:Detailed revenue analysis and revenue recognition – existing and future products/servicesEquity – stock compensation, warrant accounting, and EPSDraft or review complex sets of financial statements, financial statement disclosures, MD&A, critical accounting policies, Capitalization table and SEC comment letter responsesSEC Reporting, including S-1, F-1, 10K, 20-F, 10Q, 8K, 6K and other filingsGlobal accounting activities including IFRS, foreign currency and consolidationsDesired Skills & Experience:5 - 7 years of public accounting and industry experience required (minimum of 3 years in public accounting)3 or more years of prior supervisory experience in a team environmentBachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent requiredCPA license preferredExperience and familiarity with broad range of industries including those such as tech, biotech, and life sciences Professional and personable demeanorPassion for helping clients with a strong interest in technical accounting Hard working, disciplined, detail oriented and ability to motivate engagement teamsAbility to manage teams and own their work productProven solid verbal and written communication skillsAptitude for technical accounting research and self-education, desire to learn and be an expertAbility to act and lead as a primary client contact Knowledge of IFRS or other international accounting standards a plusProficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite with strong Excel skillsSome travel may be expected (about 10%)Connor Group is committed to celebrating the value of diversity in a globally connected business world. Our team culture is collaborative and encourages team members to take initiative. Our professionals are committed to excellence, growth, and integrity. By focusing on innovation, we continue to raise the bar on excellence and deliver greater value to our clients.At Connor Group, our professionals are provided with resources and opportunities to help achieve their professional goals while maintaining a healthy and happy work life balance. From health insurance packages and wellness programs to our one-on-one coaching program and career development opportunities, we empower our professionals by investing in their growth, health, and happiness.Visit the following link for information relating to California’s Pay Transparency Act: Visit the following link for information relating to Colorado’s Pay Transparency Act: Visit the following link for information relating to Washington’s Pay Transparency Act:Visit the following link for information relating to New York's Pay Transparency Act: #LI-Hybrid"We know that difficult problems attract some of the brightest and most courageous people in the world."Jeff PickettConnor Group Founder and ChairSummaryLocation: San Francisco, CA; Irvine, CA; Los Angeles, CA; New York, NY; San Diego, CA; Phoenix, AZ; Denver, CO; Austin, TX; Dallas, TX; Seattle, WA; Santa Clara, CA; Washington, D.C.; Salt Lake City, UTType: Full time