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Director of Technical Accounting
Director of Technical AccountingMichael Page • New York, NY, US
Director of Technical Accounting

Director of Technical Accounting

Michael Page • New York, NY, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Director Technical Accounting

A publicly traded, global energy infrastructure leader with a $10B+ enterprise value, focused on accelerating the world's transition to cleaner energy.

Job Description

Lead the assessment, research, and documentation of US GAAP accounting and SEC reporting implications of complex transactions (leases, financings, purchase / sales contracts, derivatives, capitalization, impairment assessments, business combinations).

Partner with cross-functional teams to operationalize new agreements and transactions.

Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors on technical accounting and policy matters.

Oversee adoption of new accounting standards and update internal policies, documentation, and training materials.

Lead accounting for business combinations, divestitures, and impairments, working closely with valuation professionals.

Support capital raises, significant transactions, and other corporate initiatives.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting; CPA required.

8-10+ years of accounting experience, ideally a blend of Big 4 and public company technical accounting roles.

Strong knowledge of lease accounting, revenue recognition, debt accounting, fixed assets, and business combinations.

Experience in accounting advisory and / or US GAAP public company environments strongly preferred.

Proven ability to quickly assess accounting / reporting implications of complex transactions and prepare high-quality technical memos.

Exceptional communication, writing, and interpersonal skills; able to explain complex accounting topics to diverse stakeholders.

Action-oriented, detail-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint; Workiva experience a plus

What's on Offer

Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunities

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off and company holidays

Professional development support, including CPA continuing education

Opportunity to work in a high-growth, global organization driving the clean energy transition

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