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Choice Hotels International · 1 week ago

Financial Reporting & Accounting Policy Manager

North Bethesda MD - Corporate Headquarters

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$115K/yr - $132K/yr

3+ years exp

Choice Hotels International is seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join its Financial Reporting and Accounting Policy team. This role serves as a critical advisor to senior business leaders, providing guidance on complex transactions and ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements.

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Responsibilities

Work with senior management and the external auditors to complete GAAP analysis of complex transactions and technical accounting matters. Document conclusions within an accounting position paper and assist in communication with business partners across the Company

Perform research into proposed transactions and work with operations and corporate development to assess possible scenarios and financial outcomes

Support technical accounting analyses for recurring areas such as capitalized software, impairments, joint ventures, receivables, revenue, acquisitions, and dispositions

Perform research of new accounting standards and assist in development and execution of project implementation plan

Assist in aligning operational management with technical accounting requirements, including recently adopted accounting standards

Continually assess and improve existing accounting policy documentation. Identify areas of inefficiencies and lead process improvement efforts

Build relationships with peers and leaders throughout the organization to cultivate an environment where employees respect and adhere to company policies and procedures

Assist in drafting quarterly financial statements, annual financial statements, and current reports to be filed with the SEC in accordance with US GAAP and SEC rules and regulations. Continuously improve the financial statements and current reports by implementing process enhancements

Assist in proposing adjustments to the presentation of SEC filings based on research of literature, implementation materials, and industry filings, and discussion with external auditors

Prepare, compile, and present statement of cash flows

Lead the implementation of internal control and process improvements based on industry best practices, changing business conditions, and new accounting and financial reporting guidance or requirements

Interface with external auditors and support the planning and coordination of the financial reporting components of the external audit

Qualification

US GAAPSEC regulationsCPA licenseASC 606ASC 842ASC 810ASC 350ASC 805ASC 718ASC 326ASC 323Project managementDetail orientedCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsSelf-motivated

Required

Requires minimum 3-7 years of relevant experience, including previous or current public accounting experience

Experience researching and implementing US GAAP and SEC rules and regulations

Experience or familiarity in the following areas required: ASC 606 - Revenue from Contracts with Customers, ASC 842 – Leases, ASC 810 - Consolidation, ASC 350 – Intangibles (Goodwill & Other), ASC 805 - Business Combinations, ASC 718 – Stock Compensation, ASC 326 – Financial Instruments – Credit Losses, ASC 323 – Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures

Must be detail oriented and have the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously

Must have strong project management skills and be able to drive workstreams to completion

Must be self-motivated and inquisitive with a drive to continuously improve communication, processes, and systems

Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to delegate and manage effectively

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related financial discipline

CPA license required