[Hiring] Technical Accounting Manager @CohnReznick

Role Description

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Manager to join our Technical Accounting team in our CFO Advisory practice.

CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered remote which means it does not require job duties be performed within proximity of a CohnReznick office location. However, as a remote employee, you may be required to be present at a CohnReznick office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage and prepare the external SEC financial statements and filing processes, including drafting of financial statements, equity roll forward, EPS calculation, footnotes, and Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A).
• Complete SEC and GAAP checklists to include in quarterly reviewed and annually audited financial statements, ensuring compliance under U.S. GAAP and the SEC reporting requirements, as applicable.
• Oversee technical accounting research and documentation of new accounting guidance, policies, and procedures impacting the client’s financial statements.
• Monitor the activities of all accounting standard setting bodies, including the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB), the SEC, and the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB).
• Support analysis of the accounting and reporting effects of new standards.
• Research the accounting/disclosure requirements of new accounting standards and transactions, considering relevant accounting literature and the effect of the new standard or transaction on the client’s accounting policies and financial documents.
• Work with clients and external auditors to collect information and input into the above referenced reports; coordinate, review and collect comments on the various drafts; prepare support files for all disclosures; challenge the appropriateness of disclosures; complete all relevant disclosure checklists and reporting questionnaires.
• Provide training, mentoring, and participation in all aspects of external public company reporting.
• Organize and communicate status related to assignments and projects.
• Identify and proactively engage in business development activities including expanding client relationships, evaluating new market opportunities, and building relationships on behalf of the firm.

Qualifications

• Five (5+) years of related progressive experience in public accounting or a mix in a similar accounting field.
• Proficiency with disaggregating, analyzing, and reconciling consolidated financial data in an accurate and timely manner.
• Understanding of general accounting policies and procedures at a transaction level.
• Direct experience with SEC reporting (Regulation S-X and S-K) and preparation of financial statements and footnotes of public companies.
• Prior experience in developing and addressing accounting issues with relevant guidance, application, and judgments supporting conclusions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software applications, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Three (3+) years of relevant leadership experience, Big 4 or large regional experience preferred.
• Experience leading teams and multiple projects.
• Experience with SEC reporting, working with Workiva (WDesk) or similar SEC reporting tools.
• Experience working with general ledger systems and reporting packages.
• An active CPA, CA or equivalent.

Benefits

• Generous PTO.
• Flexible work environment.
• Expanded parental leave.
• Extensive learning & development opportunities.
• Paid time off for employees to volunteer.

Company Description

CohnReznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through CohnReznick LLP (assurance services) and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (advisory and tax services). Together, the firm provides leaders with deep industry knowledge and relationships, solutions to address clients’ unique business goals and risks, and insight on how emerging market forces can drive opportunity.

CohnReznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future every day for our team members, clients, partners, and communities.