Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Principal Consulting Group is a growing consulting firm specializing in technical accounting, data analytics, IPO readiness, and finance transformation. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Technical Accounting, to serve as a subject matter expert and guide engagement teams through complex accounting matters while shaping the future of their technical accounting practice.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical specialist on business combinations and financial instruments
• Draft technical accounting memos, including purchase accounting analyses and debt/equity classification assessments
• Provide real-time guidance to engagement teams navigating complex transactions
• Prepare client-ready deliverables such as technical memos and presentations explaining accounting conclusions
• Collaborate with directors and partners to ensure consistent technical positions across engagements
• Coordinate with external auditors on technical accounting documentation
• Mentor managers and seniors and provide technical oversight on complex workstreams
• Contribute to building standardized methodologies and templates for the firm’s technical accounting practice

Skills

• CPA required
• 7–9 years of experience in technical accounting, accounting advisory, or audit
• Deep expertise in ASC 805, ASC 470, ASC 480, and ASC 815
• Experience analyzing complex debt instruments, convertible securities, and embedded derivatives
• Proven ability to draft technical accounting memos independently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Big 4 or national firm background strongly preferred
• Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) or technical consultation experience
• M&A transactions, debt restructurings, or convertible financing transactions
• IPO readiness or SEC reporting exposure
• Experience mentoring team members and developing technical methodologies

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