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Senior Manager, Technical Accounting

Job in Rockford, Winnebago County, Illinois, 61103, USA
Listing for: PowerToFly
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-18
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant
  • Finance & Banking
    Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 126000 - 190000 USD Yearly USD 126000.00 190000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Overview

The Senior Manager, Technical Accounting is responsible for leading the research, analysis, and implementation of complex accounting matters in accordance with U.S. GAAP. This role partners cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, FP&A, and external auditors to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with evolving accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Technical Accounting & Policy
  • Research and interpret complex accounting guidance (e.g., revenue recognition,software capitalization,leases, stock-based compensation,investments,business combinations, debt/equity instruments)
  • Draft andmaintainaccounting memos and policies
  • Lead implementation of new accounting standards andassessimpact to the business
  • Transaction Support
  • Provide accounting guidance for significant or non-routine transactions (e.g., acquisitions, restructurings, financing arrangements)
  • Support due diligence efforts on potential acquisition targets
  • Manage acquisition accounting and related valuations
  • Support andmonitorequity investments
  • Partner with Legal on deal structuring
  • Audit & Compliance
  • Serve as a primary liaison with external auditors on technical accounting matters
  • Support SOX compliance and internal control initiatives related to technical accounting areas
  • Month End Close
  • Support month end close tasks including reviewing journal entries and reviewing reconciliations
  • Leadership & Process Improvement
  • Manage and develop a team (if applicable)
  • Drive process improvements and enhance documentation standards
  • Provide training to accounting and finance teams on new policies and standards
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance(CPArequired)
  • 6+ years of relevant experience (public accounting + industry experience preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAPrequirements
  • Experience with complex accounting areas
  • Proven ability to research and document technical accounting positions
  • Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams and senior leadership
Preferred Qualifications
  • Big 4 or national public accounting firm experience
  • Experience in a publicly traded or high-growth company
  • Exposure to ERP systems (e.g.,Workday) and financial reporting tools
Key Competencies
  • Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability tooperatein a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Leadership and team development mindset
Compensation & Benefits

Relativity is committed to competitive, fair, and equitable compensation practices. This position is eligible for total compensation which includes a competitive base salary, an annual performance bonus, and long-term incentives. The expected salary range for this role is between $126,000 and $190,000. The final offered salary will be based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity.

Hiring at the top end of the range would not be typical, to allow for future meaningful salary growth in this position.

Benefits include:

  • Competitive salary
  • Health and retirement programs
  • Wellness resources
  • Discretionary time off (DTO)
  • Parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
  • Two annual company breaks
  • Home office stipend
  • Equity program
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Winter break (office closed from Christmas through New Year's Day)
  • 401k matching

    Paid parental leave
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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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