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R/GA · 2 weeks ago

Director, Technical Accounting

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$160K/yr - $180K/yr

10+ years exp

R/GA is a dynamic agency that has evolved over 40 years, focusing on human-centered design and technology. They are seeking a Director of Technical Accounting to lead M&A financial integration and enhance their accounting infrastructure as they pursue growth through acquisitions.

AdvertisingAdvertising PlatformsMarketing

Responsibilities

Lead technical accounting for complex non routine transactions ensuring compliance with US GAAP and preparing clear audit ready documentation

Own acquisition accounting under ASC 805 including purchase price accounting valuation of intangible assets and goodwill contingent consideration and post close accounting for current and future acquisitions

Partner with executive leadership and investors on M&A activity supporting due diligence identifying accounting risks and advising on deal structure and financial implications

Oversee opening balance sheets and post acquisition integration ensuring acquired entities are aligned with company accounting policies and integrated into close and reporting processes

Serve as the technical accounting authority developing and harmonizing accounting policies particularly revenue recognition ASC 606 across a growing multi entity organization

Prepare technical accounting memos and analyses related to complex areas such as equity based compensation debt arrangements impairments and emerging accounting guidance

Lead consolidation and external reporting for a multi entity structure ensuring accurate intercompany eliminations and scalable reporting processes

Act as the primary liaison to external auditors leading audit planning and execution and defending key accounting judgments

Support lender and investor reporting ensuring compliance with credit agreements and acquisition related reporting requirements

Drive finance integration for acquired businesses including ERP alignment general ledger migration and adoption of time tracking and project accounting systems

Identify and lead accounting process and system improvements to enhance efficiency controls and scalability

Collaborate with global finance leaders supporting consistent accounting practices and strong internal controls across regions

Advise senior finance leadership on accounting strategy audit readiness and high priority finance initiatives

Qualification

M&A AccountingASC 805U.S. GAAPCPA CertificationNetSuiteAdvanced ExcelMulti-entity ExperienceCommunication SkillsProblem-solvingAttention to Detail

Required

10-12+ years of experience, with a specific focus on M&A / Transaction Services (either in Big 4 Transaction Advisory or in-house at an inquisitive company)

CPA Certification + Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Experience physically integrating a newly acquired company's trial balance into a parent company's ledger

Deep expertise in ASC 805 (Business Combinations) and ASC 350 (Intangibles/Goodwill). You must have physically prepared or audited a Purchase Price Allocation before

Advanced expertise in the U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606, ASC 842, business combinations, and complex financial instruments

Proven experience leading in-house M&A accounting activities, from pre-deal assessments through post-acquisition integration

NetSuite experience required; familiarity with SAP, Hyperion, or similar ERP systems strongly preferred

Experience operating in global, multi-entity, multi-currency environments (US, LATAM, EMEA, APAC)

Track record of leading complex accounting initiatives such as system implementations, integrations, or global process redesigns

Strong ability to translate accounting standards into scalable systems and operational workflows

Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) and skilled in Google Workspace, with strong analytical and modeling capabilities

Clear, confident communicator with the ability to influence across functions and seniority levels

High standards for accuracy, rigor, and professional judgment in audit and financial decision-making

Preferred

Experience within the advertising or professional services industry with an understanding of how people-based businesses are valued and integrated versus product companies

Familiarity with the speed and EBITDA-focus of a PE-backed portfolio company