Manager, Technical Accounting - 1664

City: Culver City, CA

Onsite/ Hybrid/ Remote: Hybrid (3-4 days a week onsite) - No Flex in this

Duration: 6 Months

Rate Range: Upto $93/hr on W2

Work Authorization: GC, USC, All valid EADs except H1B, OPT, CPT

Must Have:

• Minimum 4 years of relevant accounting experience in public accounting or corporate accounting.
• Hands-on experience conducting technical accounting research and documenting accounting conclusions.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS.
• Experience preparing technical accounting memoranda and supporting documentation.
• CPA or equivalent professional accounting qualification.

Responsibilities:

• Research and analyze complex accounting matters, including revenue recognition, mergers and acquisitions, business combinations, lease accounting, and other transactions.
• Prepare technical accounting memoranda, white papers, and documentation supporting accounting conclusions.
• Perform accounting research, financial modeling, and contract reviews to evaluate complex transactions.
• Support the implementation of new accounting standards, particularly IFRS pronouncements and policies.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Tax, Internal Audit, and external auditors on technical accounting matters.
• Review quarterly and annual financial statements and support external audit activities.
• Develop and update accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Assist with due diligence reviews and transaction-related accounting assessments.
• Document and implement accounting processes aligned with applicable accounting standards.
• Support accounting training initiatives to ensure consistent application of policies.
• Manage multiple accounting projects and deliver required documentation within established deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 4 to 7 years of relevant accounting experience.
• CPA or equivalent professional accounting qualification required.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards, financial reporting, and complex accounting transactions.
• Demonstrated experience researching technical accounting issues and preparing formal accounting conclusions.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to communicate technical accounting findings clearly to Finance and business stakeholders.
• Experience managing multiple accounting assignments and meeting deadlines.

Nice to Have

• Prior experience with IFRS reporting and implementation of new IFRS standards.
• Experience in Big 4 or other public accounting firms.
• Experience reviewing complex contracts, business combinations, and M&A transactions.
• Knowledge of film accounting or entertainment industry accounting practices.
• Experience supporting financial statement disclosures and external audits.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled tools for accounting research, analysis, and documentation.