Senior Technical Accountant

Kforce Inc.

Parisppany, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$110,000
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Policies, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Auditing, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Derivatives, Documentation, External Audit, Financial Audit, Financial Reporting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Legal, Maintain Compliance, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Public Accounting, Regulations, SEC Filings, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Short Messaging Service (SMS), Technical Accounting, Technical Analysis, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Parisppany, NJ
POSTED
4 days ago
Kforce's client, a publicly traded company in Parsippany, NJ, is seeking a Senior Technical Accountant. Summary: The position plays a key part in both technical accounting and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating complex transactions, implementing new accounting standards, and serving as a subject matter expert in technical accounting matters. This role collaborates across departments and engages directly with senior management and external auditors. This company offers a year end bonus with great work life balance & benefits. Responsibilities:
  • Research and analyze complex technical accounting and financial reporting issues; prepare and present conclusions to management and auditors
  • Support implementation and maintenance of corporate accounting policies in accordance with evolving GAAP and SEC requirements
  • Evaluate commercial contracts for derivative and hedge accounting treatment
  • Stay current on new and proposed accounting pronouncements and assess their impact on the organization
  • Assist with preparation and review of SEC filings, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, and 8-Ks
  • Support external auditors by providing documentation and explanations of accounting positions

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • CPA preferred
  • 3+ years of Public Accounting with experience auditing publicly traded companies &/or 4+ years of SEC reporting &/or technical accounting out of a large company
  • Experience in SEC reporting or public accounting required
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC financial reporting requirements
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with XBRL tagging a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/