Technical Accountant

RGP•Charlotte, NC

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

RGP is seeking experienced Technical Accounting professionals in the Charlotte market to support clients with complex accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and transformation initiatives. Consultants bring technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and a hands-on approach while partnering with client accounting and finance teams in a hybrid environment. The role supports accounting research and documentation, SEC and financial reporting, close activities, external audits, SOX controls, process and control improvements, and transformation or system implementation projects. Work may address revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, consolidations, and equity, depending on client needs. RGP offers compensation commensurate with qualifications, experience, and factors including geographic location, market, and operational factors. Total Rewards include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) Savings Plan, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, a Professional Development Program, paid time off, and paid sick time where legally required. The role is hybrid and requires the ability to work onsite with clients in the Charlotte area.

Requirements

Active CPA license.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience with significant technical accounting and/or financial reporting responsibilities.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience researching and documenting complex accounting matters.
Experience with SEC reporting, SOX compliance, and/or publicly traded organizations.
Strong Excel and financial systems skills.
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across accounting, finance, audit, and business teams.
Ability to work onsite with clients in the Charlotte area as part of a hybrid work arrangement.

Nice To Haves

Public accounting experience, particularly with a Big Four or national accounting firm.

Responsibilities

Research and resolve complex accounting matters under U.S. GAAP.
Prepare technical accounting memos, position papers, and supporting documentation.
Support SEC reporting and quarterly and year-end financial reporting.
Address complex accounting areas such as revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, consolidations, and equity.
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
Provide external audit support and assist with SOX controls and documentation.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting.
Support accounting transformation, system implementations, and other special projects based on client needs.