Manager, Technical Accounting

FTI Consulting, Inc.•Mclean, VA

31d•$114,000 - $194,500

About The Position

The Manager, Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting will manage the process and staff responsible for external financial reporting, including the quarterly and annual reports on Form 10-Q and Form 10-K, assist in the technical review and documentation of key accounting transactions, prepare quarterly and annual technical accounting white papers, and develop and deliver accounting policy training material. This position will collaborate with corporate, segment and regional finance teams to carry out their responsibilities.

Requirements

6+ years total finance and accounting experience, including expert knowledge of US GAAP principals and financial statement preparation
Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Accounting from an accredited university in the United States
Active CPA license required
Ability to travel to FTI office(s) as needed.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Nice To Haves

Time spent with "Big 4" public accounting and/or audit
Self-starter, demonstrates ability to follow project plans and to coordinate with teams across the organization
Self-confidence, and good communication skills, including business writing and experience at developing senior management presentations
Detail-oriented with excellent analytical skills
Strong problem solver, capable of identifying root cause and mitigation plans with practical solution approaches
Team-oriented and an ability to direct and influence resources without direct reporting relationships
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
Strong overall organizational skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Responsibilities

Manage the preparation and review of the annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, including financial statement footnotes and MD&A sections
Prepare accounting white papers for accounting areas subject to estimates, judgments and complexity (e.g., revenue, compensation and goodwill impairment)
Review and provide input on materials produced by Investor Relations for internal and external use
Review the earnings per share calculation and inputs
Direct the preparation of budgets and forecasts for select financial statement items
Support Legal in the preparation of the annual Proxy Statement
Manage the preparation of reports required for 401K compliance, broker-dealer reporting and certain statutory entities
Assist corporate, segment and regional finance teams, on a consultation basis, with the appropriate accounting for revenue recognition, compensation, leases, and cloud computing contracts, among others.
Assist with research for new and significant transactions
Assist with development of training material on key topics
Assist with the delivery of training materials on key accounting topics to regional and segment finance personnel
Assist with M&A implementation and integration activities, including purchase accounting, fair value assessments, and related processes
Prepare journal entries for new and significant transactions and coordinate with the corporate department to ensure the entries are properly recorded in the accounting system
Monitor the ongoing accounting of significant transactions after initial measurement to ensure a successful transition
Consult with independent auditors on accounting matters and disclosure requirements as required.
Monitor the activities of all accounting and industry standard setting bodies, i.e., FASB, SEC, AICPA, etc.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off and holidays
Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
Potential for flexible work arrangements
Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support.
Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care
Employee wellness platform
Employee recognition programs
Paid time off for volunteering in your community
Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
Professional development and certification programs
Free in-office snacks and drinks
Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)
FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
Upscale offices close to public transportation