Senior Technical Accounting Manager

Lead the organization’s technical accounting research function and manage two accounting professionals Research complex and unusual transactions involving debt, acquisitions, revenue recognition, goodwill impairment, and other evolving accounting matters Prepare technical accounting memoranda, position papers, and recommendations for review by senior leadership and external auditors Partner with accounting, finance, FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Legal, SEC Reporting, and business-unit leadership to determine the appropriate accounting treatment for new transactions and initiatives Advise business leaders on accounting considerations before transactions are finalized or executed Balance recurring compliance responsibilities with new, project-based accounting questions arising across the organization Reevaluate existing accounting conclusions, policies, reporting units, and impairment considerations as business conditions change Monitor new accounting standards and help coordinate their implementation across the organization Develop and deliver training on accounting policies, new standards, and complex technical topics Support quarterly and annual financial reporting activities as needed Coach and develop team members while remaining hands-on with technical research and project execution What We’re Looking For: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field 7+ years of progressive accounting experience Strong knowledge of US GAAP and experience researching complex accounting matters Experience evaluating complex or nonroutine transactions and documenting conclusions in technical accounting memoranda Technical accounting experience involving areas such as debt, M&A, goodwill impairment, revenue recognition, or new accounting standards Ability to independently lead projects and reach well-supported conclusions without significant oversight Experience working directly with senior leadership, cross-functional business partners, and external auditors Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop accounting professionals Strong writing, communication, analytical, and organizational skills Ability to manage ambiguity, balance multiple projects, and translate technical guidance into practical business recommendations Preferred Qualifications: Big 4 or national public accounting firm experience Experience working for or advising a publicly traded company Exposure to SEC reporting and public-company accounting requirements Experience researching debt transactions, acquisition accounting, goodwill impairment, and other complex transactions Familiarity with Workiva, PeopleSoft, or similar accounting and reporting platforms Experience using AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot, to improve research, documentation, or accounting processes A hands-on leadership style and the ability to build productive relationships across accounting, finance, legal, tax, treasury, and business-unit leadership #J-18808-Ljbffr Primary Recruiting Services