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Renaissance Learning · 1 day ago

Manager, Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $135K/yr

5+ years exp

Renaissance Learning is a global leader in pre-K–12 education technology, committed to enhancing personalized learning experiences. The Manager of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting will lead financial reporting functions, ensure compliance with US GAAP, and collaborate with various teams to operationalize accounting standards.

Big DataE-LearningEdTechEducationSoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead and review preparation of internal and external financial statements—including balance sheet, income statement, cash flow, and equity statements assuring timely and accurate US GAAP reporting

Assist with preparing and/or reviewing and updating annual financial statements and related footnote disclosures

Manage audit readiness by serving as a liaison with external auditors during interim and year-end audits; drive on-time completion of PBC requests and minimize audit findings

Research and conclude on complex accounting matters, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), software capitalization (ASC 350-40), commissions (ASC 340-40), business combinations (ASC 805), stock-based compensation (ASC 718), and lease accounting (ASC 842); document positions through clear technical memos and presentations

Maintain and enhance company accounting policies; ensure alignment with evolving US GAAP, IFRS, and internal control requirements. Partner cross-functionally to operationalize new standards and provide training to accounting and finance teams

Collaborate cross-functionally with Tax, FP&A, GL Accounting, Legal, and Revenue Operations to ensure consistent application of accounting policies and support data-driven decision making

Support special projects such as M&A due diligence and integration, debt covenant compliance, and policy harmonization across global entities

Qualification

US GAAPTechnical accountingFinancial reportingCPA designationIFRS experienceERP systemsResearch skillsCollaborationPresentation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in accounting, and a minimum of 5 years of relevant financial accounting experience, OR 5+ years of experience in public and financing accounting

Strong technical accounting skills with proven understanding of accounting and finance principles and practices

Solid understanding of US GAAP, including software capitalization, revenue recognition, share-based compensation, consolidation accounting, accounting for international operations, foreign exchange issues and purchase accounting