What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Technical Accounting & Reporting position at SPA?
Qualifications
Specific Candidate Profile
Experience and Education
10 years of accounting and financial reporting, with a focus on technical accounting and SEC reporting
5 years in a leadership role with direct oversight of a team of individuals
Bachelor's degree required in Accounting
CPA is required
Prior experience supporting or leading IPO readiness initiatives is highly preferred
Experience in the government contracting industry is highly preferred
Knowledge and Attributes
Knowledge of GAAP, SEC reporting and regulations, and SOX
Strong organizational, prioritization skills, and attention to detail
Actively focuses on team development and growth
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate high level of integrity, professionalism including teamwork
Ability to effectively plan, work well under pressure and short deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong problem solving, research, and analytical skills
Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to work in a collaborative environment
Creates an atmosphere in which timely information flows smoothly through the organization
Actively pursues learning and self-development to enhance personal, professional and business growth; shares learning and development with their team
Excellent Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills
Responsibilities
Expected Contributions and Responsibilities
Technical Accounting Leadership :
Lead the technical accounting function, ensuring compliance with GAAP, SEC rules, and industry best practices
Research and interpret complex accounting issues, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and other applicable standards, including implementation of any new applicable standards
Provide guidance, documentation, and maintenance of technical accounting matters as well as critical accounting policies (e.g., revenue recognition, lease accounting, business combinations, segments, capitalized software, stock compensation, goodwill, and other topics) including conducting regular reviews and updates of accounting policies and procedures to ensure they reflect current regulations
Communicate complex accounting concepts and findings to senior management and other stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
Coordinate throughout the organization to ensure compliance with accounting policies for new contracts and business arrangements
Assist with acquisitions due diligence and integrations of acquired businesses
Assist with special projects as needed and other duties as assigned
Reporting and IPO readiness :
Manage and prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, including both the consolidated US financial statements and various international countries reporting requirements
Lead the process of getting the organization up and ready for an IPO exit by overseeing the development of SEC compliant reporting including mock 10-K and 10-Q reports, and then ultimately oversee all public filings including 8-Ks and registration statements to ensure accuracy and alignment with regulatory requirements
Ensure proper internal controls are in place to maintain integrity and accuracy of financial data, including the development and support of a SOX control environment in preparation for an IPO exit
Perform account research and ad-hoc accounting and reports as requested
Implement and promote continuous process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the financial reporting function and systems
Team Leadership :
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals by fostering a high-performance culture that emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement
Provide training and support to finance and accounting teams on technical accounting issues and updates
External Audit and Compliance :
Coordinate and manage the external audit process, acting as a main point of contact for external auditors for the consolidated financial statements as well as international operations
Manage the assessment of external and internal audit findings and develop management action and remediation plans
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