Technical Accounting Senior - SEC Reporting

Leidos • Reston, VA

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About The Position

Leidos is seeking an experienced Technical Accounting Senior to join the Corporate Controller Team in Reston, Virginia. The role serves as a strategic partner to other functions, resolving complex accounting issues, providing accounting solutions, and supporting compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. The position focuses on technical accounting research and analysis, including complex transactions, business combinations, divestitures, asset impairments, valuation models, debt and derivatives, SEC reporting, and accounting policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited university.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience in a public accounting firm.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting.
• Ability to work independently, research and analyze complex accounting issues, and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong technical writing skills, including experience preparing technical memoranda and executive-level presentations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively leverage AI tools and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• CPA or CPA candidate.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assist with implementation of Accounting Standards Updates (ASUs), including impact analysis, adoption strategies, process enhancements, and the design and implementation of SOX-compliant controls.
• Analyze and document accounting implications of complex and non-routine transactions, ensuring technical accounting positions comply with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies and procedures, reviewing and updating them to improve efficiency, consistency, and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate complex business transactions and provide guidance on accounting treatment and financial reporting implications.
• Research and interpret the Accounting Standards Codification and prepare technical accounting memoranda and supporting documentation for significant accounting matters and conclusions.
• Communicate technical accounting matters, key judgments, and recommendations to stakeholders to support informed decision-making.
• Support the Corporate Controller Team with special projects, process improvement initiatives, and ad hoc requests.
• Support preparation and review of the Company’s quarterly and annual SEC filings.
• Serve as a primary liaison with internal and external auditors, responding to inquiries, providing supporting documentation, and facilitating resolution of accounting and audit-related matters.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior