Manager, Technical Accounting

Salesforce • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Manager, Technical Accounting at Salesforce will collaborate with various teams within the Finance function and the broader business to create effective, GAAP-compliant solutions for complex technical accounting and SEC Reporting issues. This role requires a strong understanding of US GAAP and SEC Reporting standards, along with the ability to research and document conclusions for unique transactions. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and possess excellent communication skills to engage with diverse audiences.

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent relevant experience required.
• CPA strongly desired.
• 5+ years of combined Big 4 and industry experience, with relevant experience in financial statement review and technical accounting research.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to present ideas clearly to diverse audiences.
• Project management skills including planning, task assignment, status tracking, and reporting.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, with the ability to interpret and audit complex spreadsheets.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work on cross-functional teams and demonstrate servant leadership.
• Adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong social skills to establish trust with business partners and engage in constructive debates.
• Professional skepticism and attention to detail in reviewing others' work.
• Proactive self-starter capable of independent work and self-management.
• Strong multi-tasking abilities to prioritize and handle competing responsibilities.
• Thoughtfulness in identifying risks or accounting implications related to new company activities.

Responsibilities

• Review complex agreements and perform independent accounting research to determine applicable US GAAP standards.
• Diagnose accounting and financial reporting outcomes and document conclusions in memos and accounting policy updates.
• Research accounting questions raised by the controllership and collaborate with subject matter experts to develop solutions.
• Review the work of teammates and provide coaching and training to junior personnel.
• Engage with external auditors to proactively address material accounting and financial reporting conclusions.
• Build and maintain documentation that meets SOX control requirements, developing new controls as necessary.
• Partner with various groups to assess accounting and reporting implications of transactions.
• Support financial reporting functions by reviewing supporting schedules for public filings.
• Coordinate with external accounting and valuation experts when significant technical expertise is required.

Benefits

• Equal pay initiatives
• Employee resource groups
• Inclusive benefits programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: No Education Listed