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Technical Accounting Specialist

Job in Southfield, Oakland County, Michigan, 48076, USA
Listing for: Sun Communities & Sun Outdoors
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-18
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Summary

The Technical Accounting Specialist supports the Accounting team in technical accounting analysis, implementation of new accounting standards, and acquisitions. This role assists in ensuring compliance with guidance issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board under United States generally accepted accounting principles and accounting pronouncements issued by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. The Technical Accounting Specialist has the opportunity to build on technical accounting knowledge and problem‑solving skills, supports training on accounting policies and procedures across teams, and collaborates with senior leadership to address complex accounting matters.

Job Duties
  • Provides technical accounting support and guidance for complex business transactions such as quarterly long‑lived impairment analyses, asset acquisitions/business combinations and lease accounting. (Essential)
  • Works on special projects and evaluates the appropriate accounting treatment for various strategic initiatives and unique business situations. (Essential)
  • Researches, interprets, and documents all new accounting standards to determine the accounting and financial reporting impact to the company. (Essential)
  • Interacts with accounting consultants and external auditors on technical accounting matters to ensure agreement on appropriate accounting conclusions. (Essential)
  • Builds and maintains relationships with key external parties including internal and external auditors. (Essential)
  • Supports the preparation and review of financial statement disclosures.
  • Identifies process improvements in the accounting process and plays a key role in current improvement initiatives.
  • Prepares month‑end journal entries and supporting documents to ensure accuracy.
  • Assists senior management with addressing issues and/or questions related to the monthly financial operating results and provides analysis of actual versus budget variances.
  • Performs ad‑hoc analysis to support the monthly management reporting process; develops and enforces internal controls over financial reporting.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED (Required)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field (Required)
  • Master's Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field (Preferred)
  • 2 years in experience researching, concluding upon, and documenting accounting issues (Required)
  • 3 years in public accounting or industry experience (Required)
  • Strong knowledge of United States generally accepted accounting principles
  • Experience with International Financial Reporting Standards
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills
  • Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills
  • Advanced computer proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (Preferred)
Benefits
  • Comprehensive Medical and Prescription coverage with 4 plan options
  • Comprehensive Dental and Vision Plans
  • On‑Site Fitness Center
  • Voluntary Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
  • Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance and Dependent Life
  • Short and Long‑Term Disability Coverage
  • 401(k) Plan with Sun matching contribution
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Identity Theft Insurance
  • Legal Assistance Plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement program providing financial support to team members who further their formal education
  • Vacation RV Site Discounts for team members when visiting SunRV Resorts
  • Team Member Perks & Discounts program with hundreds of discounts on things like travel, merchandise, mobile phone service, and more
  • Up to six weeks of paid parental leave for the birth of a child, adoption, or placement of a child
  • Paid Time Off including ten holidays, vacation, personal, sick time, bereavement and pay for jury duty
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