Senior Technical Accounting Analyst

Our client is an organization in the Milwaukee area looking for a Senior Technical Accounting Analyst. Our client is seeking an experienced accounting professional to support complex accounting matters, external financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of technical accounting initiatives, including SEC reporting, accounting policy development, and specialized financial reporting requirements. The ideal candidate has a strong public accounting foundation, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to research and interpret complex accounting guidance while collaborating with various teams throughout the organization.

The salary range for this position is $100k–140k.

The Senior Technical Accounting Analyst will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the preparation and review of quarterly and annual financial reports in accordance with SEC requirements.
• Support the development of financial statement disclosures, supporting schedules, and other external reporting materials.
• Research and evaluate complex accounting matters to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Develop, document, and maintain accounting policies and procedures to support consistent financial reporting practices.
• Monitor changes in accounting standards and assess their potential impact on the organization.
• Assist with regulatory filings involving shareholder information, equity compensation, and other required disclosures.
• Support accounting and reporting activities related to stock-based compensation and equity transactions.
• Oversee technical accounting considerations associated with lease arrangements across multiple business locations or entities.
• Evaluate lease agreements and ensure appropriate accounting treatment under ASC 842.
• Review revenue arrangements and provide guidance on accounting treatment under ASC 606.
• Prepare technical accounting memoranda documenting research, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with corporate accounting and financial reporting teams to resolve complex accounting questions.
• Assist with the evaluation of new business transactions and determine appropriate financial reporting treatment.
• Partner with external auditors to address technical accounting matters, financial statement disclosures, and reporting requirements.
• Support the preparation of management reporting and other financial information used in business decision-making.
• Participate in financial planning and analysis projects, including financial modeling, variance analysis, and special reporting requests.
• Review financial information to identify potential accounting issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, accounting documentation, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accounting considerations are appropriately addressed in business initiatives.
• Support special projects involving technical accounting research, regulatory reporting, and financial analysis.

The Senior Technical Accounting Analyst will possess the following:

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field preferred.
• Progressive accounting experience at the Senior Accountant, Senior Auditor, or early Manager level.
• Strong public accounting experience highly preferred, particularly with exposure to complex financial reporting and technical accounting matters.
• Experience working with publicly traded companies or SEC registrants strongly preferred but not required.
• Candidates transitioning directly from public accounting or those with relevant corporate accounting experience will be considered.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience preparing, reviewing, or auditing financial statements and related disclosures.
• Familiarity with SEC reporting requirements, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and other regulatory filings preferred.
• Knowledge of technical accounting standards, including ASC 606 and ASC 842.
• Exposure to accounting policy development, technical research, and preparation of accounting memoranda preferred.
• Familiarity with equity-related reporting, stock-based compensation, or proxy disclosures is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex accounting issues and develop well-supported conclusions.
• Experience collaborating with external auditors and responding to technical accounting inquiries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain accounting matters clearly and professionally.