Manager of Technical Accounting and Revenue Recognition

Selby Jennings Ltd

  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago

    Highlights

    This role will report directly to the Director of Technical Accounting & Revenue Recognition and will play a key role in overseeing revenue accounting, technical accounting matters, compliance, and financial reporting initiatives. This business serves high-growth markets by providing advanced power, thermal management, and infrastructure solutions that support data centers, AI-driven technologies, and other mission-critical environments.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationAustin, TX

    Description

    Overview

    An established global organization is preparing for the launch of a new independent publicly traded company focused on critical digital infrastructure solutions. This business serves high-growth markets by providing advanced power, thermal management, and infrastructure solutions that support data centers, AI-driven technologies, and other mission-critical environments.

    The organization is seeking a Manager, Technical Accounting & Revenue Recognition to join its accounting leadership team. This role will report directly to the Director of Technical Accounting & Revenue Recognition and will play a key role in overseeing revenue accounting, technical accounting matters, compliance, and financial reporting initiatives.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Serve as the subject matter expert for revenue recognition and technical accounting matters across the organization.
    • Maintain, interpret, and enforce accounting policies related to revenue recognition and other complex accounting topics.
    • Review and evaluate customer and commercial agreements to determine appropriate accounting treatment under ASC 606.
    • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders throughout the contract lifecycle, from negotiation through financial statement reporting and disclosure.
    • Provide guidance on technical accounting issues, including revenue, inventory, and other customer-related accounting matters.
    • Develop and deliver training programs on technical accounting topics for teams across multiple locations.
    • Support the consolidation of global financial results and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and public company reporting requirements.
    • Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including financial analysis and commentary related to revenue, profitability, accruals, and other key accounts.
    • Assist in maintaining compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and internal control frameworks.
    • Collaborate with internal and external auditors by preparing supporting schedules, documentation, and audit responses.
    • Lead or contribute to special projects and strategic accounting initiatives as assigned by senior finance and accounting leadership.

    Qualifications

    • Active CPA certification required.
    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
    • Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
    • At least 4 years of experience with a Big 4 public accounting firm.
    • Prior experience supporting technical accounting and revenue recognition matters in a complex business environment.
    • Experience working for or supporting a publicly traded company is strongly preferred.
    • Strong knowledge of ASC 606, U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and internal controls.
    • Ability to analyze complex transactions, interpret contractual arrangements, and communicate accounting conclusions effectively.