Senior Technical Accountant

Senior Technical Accountant

Variable salary range: $73,000.00 - $ (Grade: Professional 308).

The Senior Technical Accountant is a high-impact individual contributor with a solid foundation in public accounting or financial reporting and demonstrated technical accounting research capabilities, ideally with exposure to or interest in the nonprofit sector. This role sits at the intersection of technical accounting judgment and cross-functional partnership, serving as a critical resource for WGU and its affiliated entities on complex accounting matters.

• Draft and maintain technical accounting memos documenting the appropriate treatment for new, complex, or non-routine transactions in accordance with GAAP.
• Report to the Controller and collaborate closely with the VP of Accounting and Finance Operations to analyze financial statements and determine the correct accounting and reporting approach for complex transactions.
• Serve as a technical resource on revenue recognition including grants and contributions accounting, ensuring revenue is recognized in compliance with ASC 606 and ASC 958, and donor restrictions are properly tracked and reported.
• Coordinate external audit activities, including preparing PBC schedules, responding to auditor inquiries, and ensuring work papers are audit-ready.
• Assist with preparation and review of IRS Form 990s, coordinating closely with external tax preparers to ensure accuracy and timely filing.
• Perform and document internal control assessments; identify gaps, recommend improvements, and support remediation efforts.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification required.
• 3-5 years of progressive experience, preferably including public accounting, technical accounting, audit, or financial reporting experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial statements, and footnote disclosures.
• Demonstrated ability to research technical accounting issues and produce clear, well-reasoned accounting memos.
• Sound professional judgment and critical thinking skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and make well-reasoned accounting decisions.
• Hands‑on experience supporting audit engagements.
• Understanding of internal controls frameworks; experience documenting, assessing, and improving control environments.
• Nonprofit tax experience is a plus but not required.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft technical accounting documentation and explain complex concepts to non-accounting stakeholders.
• A growth mindset with a track record of staying current on technical accounting standards and actively seeking opportunities to grow skills and expertise.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to accuracy and integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while collaborating effectively within a team.

• Combination of public and nonprofit industry accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards.
• Experience in multi-entity structures.
• Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to leverage AI, automation, and technology tools to improve accounting processes and analysis.

Full-time, regular position (40 standard weekly hours). Eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth, mental healthcare; health savings and flexible spending accounts; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation (no accrual); flexible paid sick time (no accrual);

11 paid holidays; other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks parental leave.

Disclaimer:
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It is not all-inclusive.

Accommodations:
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.