Senior Principal Accountant

About the role

Serve as a senior CPA and technical accounting expert for North America consolidation and reporting, ensuring accurate application of IFRS and U.S. GAAP. Evaluate complex contracts, new business arrangements, and provide guidance on accounting treatments, controls, and compliance. Lead the development of technical accounting processes, templates, and training for cross-functional teams. Support financial close activities, review reporting results, and assist external audits.

Responsibilities

• Research, interpret, and communicate technical accounting guidance; prepare position papers and support implementation of new standards.
• Assess contracts and business arrangements for reporting impacts, partnering with legal, tax, and business teams.
• Enhance accounting processes, controls, and knowledge sharing; create user-friendly materials for various stakeholders.
• Coordinate compliance, update accounting policies, and ensure consistent application of accounting positions.
• Assist in financial consolidation, review reporting results, and support team coaching without direct management duties.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; CPA required.
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and technical accounting, with leadership exposure.
• Deep knowledge of IFRS and U.S. GAAP; experience evaluating complex contracts and business arrangements.
• Strong analytical, communication, and influencing skills; proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to translate technical standards into sustainable processes and effectively collaborate across functions.