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FactSet · 14 hours ago

Senior Manager Technical Accounting & Revenue Recognition

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$140K/yr - $175K/yr

8+ years exp

FactSet creates flexible, open data and software solutions for over 200,000 investment professionals worldwide, providing instant access to financial data and analytics that investors use to make crucial decisions. The Senior Manager of Technical Accounting & Revenue Recognition will focus primarily on revenue recognition, ensuring compliance with ASC 606 and internal policies, while also supporting broader technical accounting research and aspects of external financial reporting.

AnalyticsFinanceFinancial ExchangesFinancial ServicesInsurTechSoftware

Culture & Values

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead technical accounting consultations with the Sales and Legal teams during deal negotiations, providing insights into revenue recognition implications of proposed contract terms

Interpret complex contracts to identify and evaluate accounting issues and determine appropriate treatment under ASC 606

Provide guidance on best practices for structuring contracts in a way that aligns revenue recognition with business expectations

Research, document, and present revenue recognition conclusions and other technical accounting positions, including preparing internal memos

Partner with the Corporate Accounting team to ensure technical conclusions are properly reflected in financial reporting

Update and maintain corporate revenue recognition policies to reflect emerging trends, changes in GAAP, and SEC guidance

Deliver training to cross-functional teams on revenue recognition and technical accounting topics

Support the quarterly external reporting process, particularly in reviewing and drafting disclosures related to revenue and technical accounting conclusions (no prior SEC reporting experience required)

Qualification

ASC 606Technical accountingBig 4 experienceAccounting degreeCommunication skillsLeadership skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving

Required

Degree in Accounting

8 + years of accounting experience with a focus on revenue recognition and technical accounting for public companies

Big 4 accounting firm experience

Strong technical background with deep knowledge of ASC 606 and experience

Proven experience conducting technical accounting research and preparing formal accounting conclusions

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present and articulate complex financial analysis in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences

Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with ability to bring assigned tasks to resolution

Strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and the ability to problem-solve and drive change

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and work in a highly collaborative environment

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future