Technical Accounting Manager

We are seeking a hard-working, innovative, detail-oriented and creative team player to join our Aptive team! This is a full-time Manager, Technical Accounting position located in Provo, UT.  The individual we are looking for is someone who enjoys working in a team environment and excels working at an individual level. In this role, you’ll prepare and review internal controls, research topics such as revenue, commissions, and lease accounting, and help improve accounting processes, policies, and procedures. You’ll also support the monthly close and monthly and annual financial reporting.

What we offer:

• Competitive Annual Salary
• Annual Merit bonus
• Group Health, Dental, and Vision plans
• Pet insurance, Life insurance, and EAP benefits
• 401K with employer match up to 4%
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Opportunity for advancement
• Upbeat and exciting company culture and much more!

Responsibilities:

• Superb interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills required, with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong understanding of application and research of US GAAP, including revenue accounting standard (ASC 606), Commissions (ASC 340), Leases (ASC 842)
• Deep understanding of business drivers and their effect on financial results
• Ability to work well with all levels of management and peers
• Able to read and understand complex and/or unusual transactions/contracts and identify issues, conduct research and draft technical memos
• Work as a coordinator and primary contact for all external audits, and other reviews, as needed
• Act as the subject matter expert on GAAP and accounting best practices
• Ability to assess and optimize process and controls around financial reporting
• Evaluate and implement new accounting guidance
• Provide support and analysis to management for operational decisions including potential acquisitions
• Sufficient understanding and focus on the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and ability to implement internal controls and policies when needed
• Provide assistance on ad-hoc projects and assignments as requested including integrations and new systems

Qualifications

• Specific qualifications for this finance management role include:
• B.A./B.S. Degree in Accounting, MAcc/MBA a plus
• 3-6+ years of relevant experience, including 2-4+ years public accounting
• Strong understanding and working knowledge of US GAAP
• CPA preferred 
• Excellent writing skills
• Highly detail oriented and organized; ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Proficient in MS Excel and Office; WorkDay experience a plus 

Keys to Success

• Building collaborative relationships
• Decision making
• Drive changes/results
• Foster innovation
• Personal energy
• Self-leadership