Senior Manager, Technical Accounting

About the role

The Senior Manager, Technical Accounting is responsible for leading the research, analysis, and implementation of complex accounting matters in accordance with U.S. GAAP. This role partners cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, FP&A, and external auditors to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with evolving accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Technical Accounting & Policy Research and Interpretation: Research and interpret complex accounting guidance (e.g., revenue recognition, software capitalization, leases, stock-based compensation, investments, business combinations, debt/equity instruments).
• Draft and Maintain Policies: Draft and maintain accounting memos and policies.
• Lead Implementation of New Standards: Lead the implementation of new accounting standards and assess their impact on the business.
• Transaction Support: Provide accounting guidance for significant or non-routine transactions (e.g., acquisitions, restructurings, financing arrangements), support due diligence efforts on potential acquisition targets, manage acquisition accounting and related valuations, and support and monitor equity investments.
• Partner with Legal: Partner with Legal on deal structuring.
• Audit & Compliance: Serve as a primary liaison with external auditors on technical accounting matters, support SOX compliance and internal control initiatives related to technical accounting areas, and support month end close tasks including reviewing journal entries and reconciliations.
• Leadership & Process Improvement: Manage and develop a team (if applicable), drive process improvements and enhance documentation standards, provide training to accounting and finance teams on new policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA required)
• 6+ years of relevant experience (public accounting + industry experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP requirements
• Experience with complex accounting areas
• Prominent analytical, communication, and project management skills
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and senior leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• Big 4 or national public accounting firm experience
• Experience in a publicly traded or high-growth company
• Exposure to ERP systems (e.g., Workday) and financial reporting tools

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Leadership and team development mindset

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health and retirement programs
• Wellness resources
• Discretionary time off (DTO)
• Parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
• Two annual company breaks
• Home office stipend
• Equity program