Technical Accounting Manager II
EchoStar Corporation · Englewood, CO · 1 mo ago
On-siteAccounting$134k/yrFull-time
Job Duties And Responsibilities
Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview. The Technical Accounting Manager II serves as the primary navigator through the complexities of evolving U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations during pivotal business milestones such as acquisitions and divestitures. This role solves the critical problem of bridging the gap between ambitious operational initiatives and rigorous financial compliance, ensuring that new business models are structured for reporting accuracy. By providing authoritative guidance and maintaining robust SOX controls, the manager protects the company’s financial integrity and provides leadership with the clarity needed to make high-stakes strategic decisions.
Skills, Experience And Requirements
- Core Skills and Competencies (What you’ll bring):
- Authoritative knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC rules, with a specific focus on revenue recognition, financial instruments, and complex entity structures
- Critical experience leading financial audits or SEC reporting for large-scale, registered organizations, specifically managing 10-K and 10-Q filings
- Advanced AI literacy and the ability to leverage generative AI tools to synthesize complex accounting standards into actionable business guidance
- Exceptional communication skills to translate sophisticated technical accounting concepts into clear narratives for executive leadership and external auditors
- Strategic problem-solving abilities to evaluate the long-term financial impacts of commercial arrangements while maintaining meticulous attention to detail
- Expertise in cross-functional collaboration, fostering strong working relationships across finance, legal, and operational departments
- Additional Qualifications:
- Master of Accounting (MAC)
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
- Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting
- 5 years of experience in Financial Audit or External Reporting
- Preparation of key SEC filings (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, MD&A)
- SOX 404 compliance and documentation
- Advanced/Expert Microsoft Excel