Technical Accounting

Position Title: Technical Accounting

Position

Description:

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Technical Accounting opportunity.

• Provide primary support on all technical accounting matters including technical accounting memos and white paper authoring.
• Provides accounting guidance related to proposed transactions to ensure conformity with GAAP and company policies and procedures.
• Provide strategic leadership on all technical accounting matters on a global scale.
• Serve as a technical accounting resource and guide the organization through complex accounting issues.
• Provide training and ongoing US GAAP support to the Controller’s organization on all technical accounting matters.
• Drive all Financial Reporting aspects of the processes, assess, implement, and maintain technical accounting policies.
• Collaborate with Operations, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and Legal departments to ensure alignment and accurate reporting.
• Communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Oversee the quarterly and annual financial reporting and disclosures, ensure statements are in compliance with US GAAP and regulations.
• Spearhead research initiatives to stay abreast of U.S. GAAP, global accounting trends and regulatory changes.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and uphold the highest standards of financial integrity.
• Ensure all reporting requirements are met and that all significant accounting matters are appropriately evaluated as part of the financial reporting process.
• Prepare and present reporting packages to executive leadership and external stakeholders.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy in reporting and accounting operations.
• Coordinate and manage external audits, including preparing supporting documentation and addressing auditor inquiries. Be the point person for complex accounting matters.
• Spearhead special projects as required by executive management such as, but not limited to, automation around accounting processes and financial reporting, due diligence, Sox testing, and continuous process improvements.

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• CPA certification is required.
• 12+ years of accounting experience, including significant roles in BIG 4 and public companies.
• A leadership role overseeing accounting in a multi-business segment environment.
• Experience with complex global consolidations, intercompany accounting, and reporting across different industries or sectors.
• Prior experience with ERP systems (Oracle Cloud) and financial reporting tools.
• Technical proficiency in ASC 730, ASC 360, ASC 606, ASC 842 and other complex accounting transactions.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with ability to instill confidence and trust
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP and SEC regulations is required.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and superior organization skills is required.
• Experience with MD&A, SEC filing.
• Strong communication skills desired.
• The service provider will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork.
• Travel Required:
  
  0-5%

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Rate Range: $86-$115/hr (Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience)
• Location:
  
  Bellevue, WA.
• Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status

Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre‑tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies
. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.