Technical Accounting Manager

Jobgether · US

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Technical Accounting Manager based in the United States.

This role sits at the intersection of technical accounting expertise and strategic business partnership within a fast-growing, innovation-driven environment. You will take ownership of complex U.S. GAAP accounting matters, with a strong focus on revenue recognition and ASC 606. The position plays a key role in ensuring accounting accuracy, scalability, and audit readiness across a rapidly evolving organization. You will collaborate closely with Finance, Legal, Sales, Tax, and Operations teams to evaluate contracts, shape accounting policies, and support critical financial decisions. The role also involves improving processes through automation, AI-enabled tools, and workflow optimization. This is a highly hands-on position suited for someone who thrives in a dynamic, high-growth setting and enjoys solving complex technical challenges while strengthening financial infrastructure.

Accountabilities:

  • Lead technical accounting research and prepare well-supported memos on complex U.S. GAAP matters, particularly ASC 606 and related guidance.
  • Review customer contracts to assess revenue recognition implications, performance obligations, and appropriate accounting treatment.
  • Evaluate and document accounting conclusions for revenue arrangements, contract modifications, and related cost considerations.
  • Develop, maintain, and update accounting policies and position papers to support a scalable control environment.
  • Serve as a key technical resource for revenue recognition and other complex accounting topics across the organization.
  • Support external audits by preparing technical documentation, schedules, and responding to audit requests.
  • Assist with tax-related processes, including coordination of sales tax and income tax documentation.
  • Partner cross-functionally to identify accounting risks early and improve deal structure evaluation processes.
  • Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows and support improvements through automation, AI tools, and process redesign.
  • Cross-train across accounting functions to build redundancy and support operational continuity during peak periods.

    • Requirements:

    • 6–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including both public accounting and industry exposure.
    • Background in a major public accounting firm is required.
    • Strong expertise in U.S. GAAP, particularly ASC 606 and related revenue recognition standards.
    • Proven ability to research technical accounting issues and prepare high-quality accounting memos.
    • Experience reviewing contracts and translating commercial terms into accounting conclusions.
    • Familiarity with contract cost capitalization, commission accounting, and related areas.
    • CPA certification is required.
    • Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite is strongly preferred.
    • Ability to work in fast-paced, high-growth environments with evolving priorities.
    • Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a high standard for documentation quality.
    • Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
    • Collaborative, hands-on mindset with a willingness to support both strategic and operational accounting needs.
    • Experience in SaaS, technology, or pre-IPO environments is a plus.

      • Benefits:

      • Competitive compensation aligned with experience and market benchmarks in the United States.
      • Opportunity to work in a high-growth, innovation-driven environment.
      • Exposure to complex, high-impact technical accounting challenges.
      • Strong cross-functional collaboration across Finance, Legal, Sales, and Operations.
      • Career growth in a scaling organization with expanding finance capabilities.
      • Opportunities to improve and modernize accounting processes through AI and automation tools.
      • Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and retirement support (where applicable).
      • Dynamic and collaborative team culture focused on continuous improvement.

Accounting pay context

Based on 633 disclosed Accounting salaries on RoleSuite, the role pays a median of $113K/year, with most offers between $89K and $143K (10th–90th percentile: $73K–$179K).

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