Senior Technical Accountant

Our Client is adding a Senior Technical Accountant to their finance team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about making change, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Researching, interpreting, and applying US GAAP for complex and non-routine transactions
• Preparing and reviewing technical accounting memos and position papers
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining company accounting policies and procedures
• Monitoring new accounting standards and assess applicability and impact on company and industry activities
• Supporting month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Assisting with preparation of financial statements, footnote disclosures, and SEC filings
• Evaluating accounting implications of mergers, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives
• Reviewing and approving complex journal entries, estimates, and accounting conclusions
• Serving as technical accounting liaison with external auditors
• Preparing audit documentation
• Support SOX readiness, internal controls design and documentation
• Assisting with compliance related to government audits, customer reporting, and regulatory requirements
• Identifying accounting risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Ensuring accounting practices align with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and government contracting requirements
• Supporting accounting considerations related to long-term contracts, cost structures, and program accounting

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 5–8 years of progressive technical accounting experience
• Experience working with enterprise ERP systems such as Net Suite, Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms
• Proficiency with financial reporting and data analysis tools
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Demonstrated experience preparing technical accounting memoranda
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with working knowledge of Word and Power Point
• CPA or equivalent advanced accounting certification
• Experience with FAR/CAS and government contracting accounting