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Cengage Group

Manager, Technical Accounting

Posted 8 Days Ago
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Remote
2 Locations
89K-115K Annually
Senior level
Remote
2 Locations
89K-115K Annually
Senior level
Researches and advises on technical accounting, GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters. Prepares technical memos, analyses, presentations, financial statements, disclosures, and audit support. Collaborates with internal teams, counsel, and auditors to resolve complex accounting issues. Supports internal controls, SOX compliance, and financial reporting activities while serving as backup for the reporting team.
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At Cengage, our employees have a direct impact in helping learners around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose – driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

What you'll do here:
  • Research and advise on technical accounting topics, including GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters.
  • Prepare comprehensive technical memos, analyses, and presentations.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve complex accounting issues.
  • Assist with the preparation of financial statements, disclosures, and audit readiness.
  • Operate as backup support for the financial reporting team.
  • Support internal controls and SOX compliance initiatives.
  • Facilitate coordination with internal and external counsel, as well as external auditors.
Skills you will need here:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required, CPA preferred.
  • 6+ years of growing responsibilities and related experience; public accounting experience is a plus.
  • Careful attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a multi-priority, fast-paced environment and successfully implement change.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills.
  • Familiarity with Workiva is an advantage.

Cengage is committed to working with broad talent pools to attract and hire strong and most qualified individuals. Our job applicants are considered regardless of any classification protected by applicable federal, state, provincial or local laws.

Cengage is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including during our job application process. If you are an applicant with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in our job application process, please contact us at [email protected].

About Cengage

Cengage, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

Compensation

At Cengage Group, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees. Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards Philosophy.

The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location.  Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range.

In this position,  you will be eligible to participate in the company’s discretionary incentive bonus program.  This position's bonus target amount, which is not guaranteed and is dependent on individual performance and overall company results among other factors, is provided below.  

15% Annual: Individual Target
$88,600.00 - $115,200.00 USD

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