[Hiring] Manager, Technical Accounting @Cengage Group

Role Description

At Cengage, our employees have a direct impact in helping learners around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose – driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

• Research and advise on technical accounting topics, including GAAP, financial reporting, and SEC matters.
• Prepare comprehensive technical memos, analyses, and presentations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve complex accounting issues.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, disclosures, and audit readiness.
• Operate as backup support for the financial reporting team.
• Support internal controls and SOX compliance initiatives.
• Facilitate coordination with internal and external counsel, as well as external auditors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required, CPA preferred.
• 6+ years of growing responsibilities and related experience; public accounting experience is a plus.
• Careful attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a multi-priority, fast-paced environment and successfully implement change.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with Workiva is an advantage.

Requirements

• Cengage is committed to working with broad talent pools to attract and hire strong and most qualified individuals.
• Our job applicants are considered regardless of any classification protected by applicable federal, state, provincial or local laws.
• Cengage is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including during our job application process.
• If you are an applicant with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in our job application process, please contact us at [email protected].

Benefits

• Comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees.
• Eligible to participate in the company’s discretionary incentive bonus program.
• Bonus target amount: 15% Annual: Individual Target.
• Base pay range: $88,600.00 - $115,200.00 USD.

Company Description

Cengage, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.