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Job Summary Statement: The Technical Analyst will play a key role in researching and applying financial processes in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This individual will be responsible for supporting a wide variety of finance projects and responsibilities, from contributing to the financial and month end close process, to assisting in the preparation and review of the Company’s financial statements, to preparing various internal financial and external compliance reports, collaborating on complex transactions, implementing changes to accounting policy, and collaborating with external auditors. In this role, you will work closely and support the VP Controller, CFO and Financial planning and analysis functions. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: • Conduct and document insightful research of non-routine accounting transactions to conclude on the appropriate application of US GAAP including the preparation of technical memorandums that concisely document analyses and conclusions • Responsible for the correct application of ASC606 and any relevant judgements to technical accounting matters for revenue recognition • Lead the effort to implement the new lease accounting guidance • Ability to assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and or resolve the problem • Support audit activities including drafting of financial statements and required footnotes • Assist in designing and implementing internal and external financial statements and reports • Complete monthly and quarterly required reporting to external banks as well as any compliance certificates • Participate in the design, development, testing, implementation and documentation of accounting systems and related interfaces. Recommend and implement system modifications to improve internal control, increase efficiency or reduce costs • Assist with finance due diligence, preparation of closing and opening balance sheets, purchase accounting, and post-close accounting and purchase price adjustments for acquisition targets • Assist with the work of specialists in valuation services, communicate with internal and external audit as needed to support compliance efforts • Review and provide guidance on certain highly judgmental processes, such as revenue recognition and reserves • Actively interface with the external audit team by managing day to day audit timelines and deliverables • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications: • Bachelor or Master’s degree in accounting from an accredited university • CPA required • 4+years of experience preferably in corporate reporting or prior audit roles • Deep understanding of current technical accounting and reporting matters • Extensive knowledge of US GAAP • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and sound judgment • A diplomatic, persuasive and articulate communication style • Effective verbal and written communication skills and presentation skills • Strong Excel skills as well as knowledge of ERP systems/reporting tools • Detailed-oriented with both the ambition and willingness to dive into the details to accomplish responsibilities and solve problems • Strong organizational and time management skills/ability to continually prioritize workload and respond to top priorities with a sense of urgency

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