Technical Accounting Manager

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Manager, Technical Accounting

A large, diversified global manufacturer is seeking a Manager, Segment Technical Accounting to join its Corporate Controllership team. This role provides exposure to complex accounting matters, SOX compliance, M&A support, and business-critical projects while partnering closely with Segment CFOs, Corporate leadership, and Operating Company management.

This position offers career growth opportunities
, with several prior team members advancing internally into leadership roles across the business.

• Provide guidance on complex accounting issues, acquisitions/dispositions, digital costs, and revenue recognition
• Support deal structuring, valuations, and M&A activity in collaboration with Corporate Development and business leadership
• Contribute to SEC reporting and analysis of significant accounting matters
• Lead ad hoc initiatives, including preparing materials and presenting to senior leadership
• Assist Operating Companies with close process, technical accounting, and reporting questions
• Perform fluctuation analyses, reserve roll-forwards, and internal reporting
• Support SOX compliance initiatives and remediation efforts at Operating Companies
• Help implement new accounting guidance, policies, and procedures
• Prepare deliverables for the Audit Committee
• Build strong partnerships across business units to support controllership and decision-making

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA preferred)
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience (public accounting and/or public company experience strongly preferred)
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, and SOX compliance
• Experience with audit, M&A, or manufacturing/cost accounting is a plus
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with senior leadership exposure
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Energetic, hands-on, and continuous improvement mindset

• Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects
• Opportunities for advancement within a global organization
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Great opportunity for Big 4/public accounting alumni or experienced industry accountants who want to transition into a technical accounting role with exposure to M&A, SEC reporting, and executive leadership
.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing

• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing