Senior Technical Accountant

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Miami, FL that is seeking a Senior Technical Accountant.

Responsibilities:
* Assist the Manager of Technical Accounting and senior management with SEC reporting, derivatives, technical accounting research, process controls, and ad-hoc special projects
* Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met, which may require extended work hours during peak times
* Take responsibility and ownership of assigned tasks
* Produce financial reports, perform calculations, and organize support for the reports
* Coordinate and communicate with stakeholders in departments such as Accounting, Treasury, Legal, and Finance
* Prepare derivative accounting reports and assist in analyzing derivative transactions
* Review contracts for lease identification, write lease classification memos, and prepare related documentation
* Assess contractual obligations, maintain supporting documentation, and review contracts for embedded derivatives
* Assist with technical accounting topics such as going concern, goodwill, intangible assets, valuations, segment reporting, and debt extinguishments/modifications
* Coordinate support for and tie-out SEC financial reports
* Prepare and tie-out other external financial statements, including statutory reports and 401(k) plans
* Prepare financial reporting packages
* Research and assess technical accounting matters and disclosure requirements for significant, unusual, and/or complex transactions or changes in accounting standards. Maintain accounting policies
* Assist with filings for debt instruments and/or equity offerings
* Prepare and/or review SOX documentation; Prepare binders/files with support paperwork for evidence of control performance
* Respond timely to internal and external auditor requests during quarterly reviews and annual audits
* Monitor and report on the department's response to external audit requests

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting
* CPA required
* 3+ years of experience with public accounting and/or an in-house technical accounting position at a publicly traded company
* Big 4 public accounting experience preferred
* Derivative financial instrument accounting (including hedge accounting), technical
accounting, and SEC reporting strongly preferred
* Working experience with GL PeopleSoft and Hyperion Essbase preferred
* Strong understanding of general accepted accounting principles (GAAP) with ability to
interpret accounting standards
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with intermediate level skills in Excel and Word
* Attention to detail, timeliness, and accuracy required
* Good planning and organizing skills
* Information and task monitoring, problem analysis, judgment and problem-solving
skills
* Ability to multi-task, work well under pressure and meet regular and frequent deadlines
* Ability to independently prioritize work according to business needs
* Teamwork, cooperation and ability to effectively present information and respond to
questions from management are essential

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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