Job Overview – Technical Accounting Director:
Join our trusted client’s team as a Technical Accounting Director, where you will serve as the go-to expert for technical accounting issues, guiding complex transactions, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This hybrid role will involve collaboration with various teams and providing support on technical accounting matters.
Location: Wilmington, DE
Compensation: $125,000 – $150,000/year + bonus
Schedule: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday (Hybrid)
Responsibilities as the Technical Accounting Director:
- Technical Guidance: Serve as the point of contact for technical accounting issues, including SEC guidance and FASB standards.
- Implementation Coordination: Oversee the implementation of new accounting standards and review proposed standards.
- Complex Transactions: Provide technical accounting guidance for complex transactions and due diligence.
- Policy Interaction: Engage with global controllership and independent public accountants on accounting policy matters.
- Internal Controls: Support compliance with internal controls and address related issues with audit teams.
- Standard Implementation: Assist in directing the implementation of new accounting and reporting requirements.
- Expert Resource: Act as a technical accounting expert for business units and corporate initiatives.
- Process Improvement: Identify and lead process improvement initiatives for functional productivity.
- Policy Development: Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures in accordance with GAAP and internal management reports.
Qualifications for the Technical Accounting Director:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related technical field.
- Certification: CPA required.
- Experience: 6+ years with Big 4 or industry-related experience in an accounting policy role.
- Skills: Strong understanding of US GAAP and SEC Reporting (knowledge of IFRS a plus).
- Attributes: Excellent analytical, oral, and written skills.
- Teamwork: Ability to work well in teams and interact at all levels of the organization.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.