Our client, a leading manufacturer in the cosmetics industry, is seeking a Manager to assist the Director and Executive Director of the Technical Accounting department with their overall job duties and support the complex business needs of the ever evolving company.

Responsibilities:

• Research, evaluate, and prepare position papers on the Firm’s legal contracts, transactions, and other business initiatives to ensure that the Company’s technical accounting is in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC Reporting.
• Evaluate the impact of proposed accounting and reporting literature and pronouncements on the Company, and draft accounting positions.
• Coordinate with other departments within the organization to implement the new leasing standard and revenue recognition standard.
• Prepare and review quarterly and annual accounting requirements and SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K).
• Complete ad hoc assignments as they relate to business combinations, derivatives, stock based compensation, accounting for pension, and other areas.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years Big 4 public accounting experience with 1 year in a private company
• Working knowledge of U.S GAAP and SEC reporting
• Strong technical skills and familiarity with the use of accounting research tools
• Experienced in Excel and PowerPoint
• Proficient in fundamental accounting and experience with advanced accounting concepts, including revenue recognition, lease accounting, business combinations, and stock-based compensation
• Personable with strong oral and written communication
• Critical thinker who works well under tight deadlines and is willing to work extended hours to get the job done
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Must have CPA