Senior Manager, Technical Accounting

Our client who is a publicly traded energy company is adding a Senior Manager, Technical Accounting to their team. This role is a great option for someone who is shifting directly from public accounting!

Overview: This role is responsible for evaluating complex transactions and documenting the related US GAAP and SEC reporting implications. The position supports technical research, policy development, fair value modeling, and the implementation of new accounting standards, while partnering closely with cross‑functional teams and external auditors.

Responsibilities

• Research and document US GAAP and SEC reporting implications of new or unusual transactions through well‑written technical memos
• Partner with cross‑functional teams on the operational and technical implementation of new agreements or transactions
• Review lease contracts and document operating vs. finance lease conclusions
• Assess new debt agreements or amendments and document modification vs. extinguishment outcomes
• Review the tax provision package, validate actuals to the GL, assess forecasted PBTI, and confirm proper inclusion of significant transactions
• Serve as a key contact for external auditors on technical accounting matters and policy changes
• Assist with implementing new accounting standards and developing related work papers and processes
• Draft, update, and review accounting policies; support internal training for functional teams and international reporting entities
• Support capital raises and other significant corporate transactions

Qualifications

• BS or Master’s degree in Accounting;
  CPA required
• 8+ years of accounting experience, ideally including Big 4 or public company technical accounting exposure
• Strong knowledge of ASC 842, ASC 606, and ASC 470
• Demonstrated ability to assess and communicate accounting implications of complex transactions
• Strong technical research and memo‑writing skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and deliver in a fast‑moving, deadline‑driven environment
• Proficiency with SharePoint, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel;
  Workiva experience preferred