Technical Accounting Consultant

Consulting

Hybrid Adhoc/Occasional

Full time

Austin Texas United States

Consulting

Technical Accounting

City

Austin

Country

United States

State/Province

Texas

About This Role

We are seeking an experienced Technical Accounting professional to provide accounting guidance and support for complex business transactions, new accounting standards, and financial reporting matters. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to evaluate accounting implications of strategic initiatives, new product introduction, customer and vendor contracts, cloud computing arrangements, and other complex transactions. The successful candidate will develop accounting policies, document technical conclusions, and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable reporting requirements.

The ideal candidate combines deep technical accounting expertise with strong business acumen, sound professional judgment, and the ability to translate complex accounting guidance into practical, scalable accounting processes.

Location: 2-3 days onsite in Austin, TX

Duration: 6+ months with extension

Rate: $85-95/hr DOE

What You Will Work On

• Research, analyze, and document accounting conclusions for complex transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Evaluate customer contracts and commercial arrangements under ASC 606, including identification of performance obligations, transaction price allocation, variable consideration, standalone selling price (SSP), contract modifications, principal versus agent considerations, and revenue recognition.
• Assess accounting implications of cloud computing and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) arrangements, including implementation costs, hosting arrangements, capitalization guidance, and related accounting under applicable U.S. GAAP.
• Analyze contracts and business arrangements to determine appropriate accounting treatment across a variety of technical accounting areas, including revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, financial instruments, equity transactions, and other complex accounting topics.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive technical accounting memoranda supporting accounting positions, significant estimates, and key judgments.
• Assess the accounting impact of new products, commercial arrangements, strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and organizational changes.
• Interpret and implement new accounting standards, including evaluating impacts on financial reporting, policies, processes, systems, and internal controls.
• Develop, maintain, and update accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and consistent application across the organization.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, Sales, Procurement, FP&A, Tax, Operations, and other stakeholders to provide accounting guidance during contract negotiations and business decision-making.
• Support quarterly and annual financial reporting by addressing technical accounting matters, preparing disclosures, and assisting with SEC reporting requirements, as applicable.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors by providing technical analyses, supporting documentation, and responses to audit inquiries.
• Evaluate accounting estimates, materiality considerations, and significant judgments affecting the financial statements.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and operational efficiencies while maintaining compliance.
• Monitor emerging accounting guidance and regulatory developments and communicate potential impacts to management.
• Support SOX compliance and internal control initiatives related to technical accounting and financial reporting

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in technical accounting, public accounting, accounting advisory, or financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including significant experience applying Revenue Recognition ASC 606 and other complex accounting guidance.
• Experience evaluating cloud computing arrangements, SaaS implementation costs, or technology-related accounting issues.
• Demonstrated experience researching and applying accounting guidance to complex business transactions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex accounting matters to both finance and non-finance audiences.
• Ability to exercise sound professional judgment and influence business decisions through accounting expertise.
• Proficiency in ERP (Oracle, SAP) and revenue recognition tools (e.g., NetSuite, Zuora, Salesforce CPQ, RevPro).
• Familiarity with SOX compliance, internal controls, and external audit processes.
• Experience implementing new accounting standards, system implementations, or finance transformation initiatives.

What You Can Expect

• An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies and qualities that set our team apart.
• Compensation commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market and operational factors.
• Total Rewards include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Professional Development Program, Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required).

What We Do

At RGP, we're creating a future where businesses produce their best work without constraints. We've built a global network of over 2,600 experts across four regions, providing a comprehensive suite of solutions across on-demand talent, next-generation consulting, and outsourced services to support organizations at every stage of their growth journey. Trusted by Fortune 100 companies and emerging disruptors alike, we challenge conventional ways of working, drive growth, and pave the way for long-term success through bold innovation and fearless collaboration.

Our values guide everything we do and strengthen our commitment to people. By combining smart processes, human-centered design, and advanced technology, we celebrate our team's excellence and ensure we grow together. We believe in the power of continuous learning and development to drive both individual and organizational success. It's time to rethink how work gets done. Dare to Work Differently with RGP.

RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected trait and encourage all applicants to apply.

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