Director of Technical Accounting

Addison Group · Bellevue, United States

Director of Financial Reporting

Addison Group is partnering with a dynamic and growing company seeking a Director of Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting to building and lead external reporting, technical accounting, and compliance efforts within a fast-paced environment. This is a highly visible leadership role that will partner closely with executive leadership, auditors, and cross-functional teams across the organization. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in public accounting combined with progressive industry experience in external and internal reporting and technical accounting within private and public companies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of internal and external financial reporting, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, earnings support schedules, and other SEC filings
• Ensure financial statements and disclosures comply with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and company accounting policies
• Oversee technical accounting research and implementation of new accounting standards
• Lead technical accounting assessments for complex and non-routine transactions, including acquisitions, investments, debt and equity financings, revenue arrangements, and stock-based compensation
• Prepare and review technical accounting memorandums and accounting position papers to support compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Research complex accounting matters and prepare technical accounting memorandums supporting accounting conclusions
• Evaluate the accounting impact of significant transactions, including acquisitions, financing arrangements, revenue recognition matters, and stock compensation
• Develop and maintain accounting policies to ensure consistent application of accounting guidance
• Manage the quarterly and annual external audit process and coordinate with external auditors
• Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, Treasury, Tax, Investor Relations, and operational leaders
• Drive improvements in financial reporting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiencies
• Support SOX compliance efforts related to financial reporting and disclosure controls
• Assist with executive and Board-level reporting materials
• Monitor emerging accounting and SEC developments and assess their impact on the company
• Mentor and develop accounting and financial reporting team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• CPA designation required
• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience
• Prior Big 4 public accounting experience required
• Strong SEC reporting experience within a public company environment required
• Deep understanding of US GAAP, SEC regulations, and technical accounting matters
• Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements and disclosures
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Experience with ERP systems and reporting tools preferred

Preferred Background

• Combination of public accounting and public company experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and internal control frameworks
• Experience preparing and reviewing Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and other SEC filings
• Demonstrated experience researching complex accounting issues and preparing technical accounting memorandums
• Experience evaluating the accounting implications of significant transactions, including acquisitions, financing arrangements, revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, and other non-routine events
• Strong understanding of SOX compliance, internal controls over financial reporting, and disclosure controls
• Prior leadership or people management experience

This position offers a salary range of $230,000 to $250,000 base depending on experience + annual bonus target. Medical, dental, vision, 401K match, holiday pay and PTO.

100% in-office position.