Technical Accounting Manager

Our client is a large, global publicly traded professional services company that is looking for a Senior Technical Accounting Manager to their team! This role will have high visibility and exposure to Executive leadership and has a clear succession path to the Director as the company continues to grow and evolve. Enjoy flexible, hybrid work arrangements with office locations in the NW suburbs of Chicago and downtown Chicago, competitive public company benefits, tenant fitness center, rooftop facilities, and lots of other perks! The company supports work-life balance on a collaborative and knowledgeable team.

Work arrangements: Hybrid; 3 days a week in office (NW suburb or downtown Chicago office locations)

Salary range: $145K-165K + 20% bonus

Responsibilities:

• Conduct technical accounting research on complex issues, preparing detailed memos and documentation to inform management decision-making.
• Oversee purchase accounting activities related to acquisitions and divestitures, including intangible asset valuation and ensuring correct accounting conclusions.
• Develop and enforce accounting policies, ensuring consistency with US GAAP across teams.
• Build relationships with departments including corporate accounting, legal, IT, FP&A, and HR to assess and address accounting implications of business transactions.
• Lead internal training initiatives on accounting policies and emerging topics to upskill the organization.
• Stay updated on emerging accounting trends, regulations, and best practices to proactively address their impacts.
• Provide support to external auditors as required, ensuring smooth audit processes.
• Take the lead or participate in key special projects, such as the implementation of new accounting standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and CPA required.
• 8+ years of technical accounting experience, with Big Four experience strongly desired.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and present conclusions to senior leadership.

• Extensive understanding of US GAAP and experience with stock-based compensation plans, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and contribute to a fast-paced environment.