The Technical Accounting Manager will lead accounting analysis and documentation for complex transactions, support audits, and enhance accounting processes. Responsibilities include preparing accounting memos, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, and collaborating with various teams.
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JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to lead complex accounting areas, support audit and compliance requirements, and strengthen our accounting policies and processes. This role partners closely with FP&A, Legal, and operational teams to ensure accurate accounting treatment across complex transactions and new business initiatives. This is a high-impact role suited for someone who enjoys solving technical accounting issues while building scalable processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead technical accounting analysis and documentation for complex transactions under US GAAP.
- Prepare accounting memos supporting positions on areas such as:
- Revenue recognition (ASC 606)
- Stock-based compensation (ASC 718)
- Business combinations & goodwill impairment (ASC 805 / 350)
- Investments and fair value measurements (ASC 820)
- Lease accounting (ASC 842)
- Debt, equity, and complex financing transactions
- Earn-outs and contingent consideration
- Partner with Legal and Corporate Development on transaction structuring and accounting implications.
- Support external audits and serve as primary contact for technical accounting topics.
- Develop and maintain accounting policies and internal documentation.
- Review complex journal entries and reconciliations.
- Identify process improvements to strengthen close and reporting cycles.
- Support new system implementations and process automation.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- CPA
- 7+ years of accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and technical accounting guidance.
- Experience supporting audits and preparing technical accounting memos.
- Experience in consulting/services environments preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate complex accounting topics to non-finance stakeholders.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving organization.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with venture investments or M&A accounting.
- Exposure to stock compensation and complex equity structures.
Public accounting experience
Top Skills
Asc 350
Asc 606
Asc 718
Asc 805
Asc 820
Asc 842
Us Gaap
Point B Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
230 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL, United States, 60606
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