Technical Accounting Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead and implement comprehensive US GAAP research across essential areas, including ASC 606 (revenue recognition), ASC 842 (leases), ASC 718 (stock-based compensation), and ASC 340-40 (sales commissions).

• Compose and evaluate technical accounting position papers and memoranda, ensuring clear conclusions and audit-supportive rationales.

• Keep abreast of emerging standards (FASB and SEC) and analyze their relevance and impact on Armada's business framework.

• Assist the Director in assessing the accounting implications of new products, business strategies, and significant transactions such as M&A, equity financings, and international growth.

• Oversee the creation of audit-ready financial statement schedules, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation for interim and year-end external audit processes.

• Work collaboratively with external auditors on technical accounting and financial reporting issues, addressing auditor queries and managing PBC (prepared-by-client) deliverable lists.

• Develop process walkthroughs and establish control frameworks for future SOX compliance.

• Identify control weaknesses or deficiencies and lead remediation initiatives in conjunction with Internal Audit and the broader Finance team.

• Aid in the preparation of financial statement footnote disclosures in compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations.

• Contribute to drafting, maintaining, and operationalizing corporate accounting policies to ensure uniform application throughout the global organization.

• Convert complex accounting standards into straightforward, practical guidance for non-accounting stakeholders.

• Spearhead the implementation of new accounting standards, collaborating with systems, operations, and FP&A teams to ensure seamless adoption.

• Partner with Engineering, Product, Legal, and Tax teams to evaluate accounting ramifications of new initiatives before execution, including innovative AI/edge product structures and international expansions.

• Collaborate with FP&A and Corporate Development to accurately reflect deal economics and business model adjustments in the financial statements.

• Establish trusted relationships with operational stakeholders to proactively identify and address accounting issues before they escalate into audit findings.

• Foster a culture of technical excellence, intellectual curiosity, and ongoing improvement within the technical accounting team.

• Provide training and support on US GAAP topics and corporate accounting policies to the wider Finance and Accounting organization.

⛳️ Requirements

• 6-8 years of progressive accounting experience, showcasing significant technical accounting expertise.

• Experience in public accounting is required; experience with Big 4 firms is highly preferred.

• Extensive, hands-on knowledge of US GAAP, particularly in ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 718, and ASC 340-40.

• Direct experience with public SEC filers.

• Proven experience in preparing or reviewing technical accounting memoranda and position papers.

• Experience in supporting external audits (including preparation of workpapers, audit liaison, and PBC management).

• Strong understanding of SOX compliance requirements, internal controls design, and testing.

• CPA license is mandatory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive base salary and equity.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (subsidized cost).

• Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA).

• Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k).

• Unlimited paid time off (PTO).

• 14 paid company holidays each year.