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IonQ · 8 hours ago

Senior Manager, Technical Accounting for Acquisitions

positionCollege Park, MD
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$128K/yr - $167K/yr
date6+ years exp

IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. They are seeking a Senior Manager of Technical Accounting for Acquisitions to manage the accounting process for mergers and acquisitions, ensuring accuracy of financial records and collaborating with various stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end accounting process for current and future acquired entities including purchase accounting, the initial purchase price allocation process for the valuation of intangible assets and goodwill, technical assessments, and SEC disclosures
Supervise the external valuation firms to support the fair value of acquired intangibles and other assets and liabilities as required
Draft technical accounting memos to document complex deal structures, including earn-outs, contingent considerations, and equity-based compensation
Collaborate with the corporate development team on financial due diligence requirements including identifying potential financial risks, liabilities, and deal-breakers to inform valuation and negotiation strategies
Design cross-functional workstreams with legal, human resources, tax and equity administration to satisfy all operational aspects of current and future M&A transactions
Coordinate with Financial Reporting for the preparation and review of acquisition related deliverables, including alignment of accounting policies
Enhance the accounting integration playbook for acquisitions and work with the project management office to standardize checklists to streamline future acquisitions and shorten the integration timeline
Reconcile opening balance sheets and manage the "true-up" process for working capital adjustments post-closing
Perform associated SOX documentation with respect to acquisitions
Facilitate compliance with external auditor quarterly reviews and the annual audit
Coordinate cross functionally with financial reporting, tax, and FP&A to create accurate deliverables for the board of directors, senior management, SEC reporting, and other country reporting requirements as needed
Assist other technical team members in the accounting for current and new cost and equity investments and goodwill; and
Support the Office of the Global Controller in special projects as needed

Qualification

CPA designationMergersAcquisitionsFinancial reportingAnalytical abilitiesMicrosoft ExcelCommunication skillsAttention to detailProject managementTeam collaboration

Required

6-9 years of relevant accounting work experience required
3-5 years of public company accounting work experience required
Active CPA designation
High competency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Strong analytical abilities, organized with attention to detail
Self-motivated with the ability to meet project deadlines and deliverables in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or related field

Preferred

Experience with international consolidations preferred
Experience with SaaS and high growth technology companies preferred
Strong desire and ability to develop new skills quickly in a fast-paced, high-volume environment to continuously improve processes

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Matching 401K
Unlimited PTO and paid holidays
Parental/adoption leave
Legal insurance
A home internet stipend
Pet insurance

Company

IonQ

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IONQ offers enterprise-grade quantum systems designed for businesses seeking to harness the power of quantum computing in their operations.
dateFounded in 2015
location
College Park, Maryland, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://ionq.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.8B
Key Investors
Heights Capital ManagementSamsung Catalyst FundCambium Capital Partners
2025-10-10Post Ipo Equity· $2B
2025-07-07Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2025-03-10Post Ipo Equity· $372.6M

Leadership Team

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Marco Pistoia
CEO, IonQ Italia
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Niccolo de Masi
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
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