Technical Accounting Director
Ringside Talent, Rosemont, IL, United States
We are looking for a
Technical Accounting Director
to work for our client. The ideal candidate aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below.
Our client is seeking a Technical Accounting Director to lead technical accounting activities, policy development, and complex accounting matters. This role serves as a key subject‑matter expert and partner to accounting leadership, finance, and external auditors. The position is hybrid, based in Rosemont, Illinois.
What You’ll Be Doing Lead technical accounting research and interpretation of U.S. GAAP Develop, implement, and maintain company accounting policies and position papers Provide guidance on complex transactions, including revenue recognition, lease accounting, business combinations, and equity‑based compensation Support adoption of new accounting standards and assess business impact Partner with accounting and finance teams to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting Serve as primary technical liaison for external auditors on complex accounting matters Review and support quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements Provide training and guidance to accounting team members on technical topics Support M&A activity, including due diligence and purchase accounting, as applicable
What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance CPA required 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant technical accounting exposure Strong expertise in U.S. GAAP and technical accounting research Experience supporting complex transactions and accounting policy development Background in public accounting and/or large corporate environments preferred Proven ability to communicate complex accounting concepts to non‑technical stakeholders Strong leadership, analytical, and documentation skills
What Our Client Offers Hybrid work environment based in Rosemont, IL Senior‑level role with significant technical influence and visibility Opportunity to shape accounting policy and best practices Strong partnership with accounting, finance, and audit leadership Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with director‑level roles
Technical Accounting Director
to work for our client. The ideal candidate aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below.
Our client is seeking a Technical Accounting Director to lead technical accounting activities, policy development, and complex accounting matters. This role serves as a key subject‑matter expert and partner to accounting leadership, finance, and external auditors. The position is hybrid, based in Rosemont, Illinois.
What You’ll Be Doing Lead technical accounting research and interpretation of U.S. GAAP Develop, implement, and maintain company accounting policies and position papers Provide guidance on complex transactions, including revenue recognition, lease accounting, business combinations, and equity‑based compensation Support adoption of new accounting standards and assess business impact Partner with accounting and finance teams to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting Serve as primary technical liaison for external auditors on complex accounting matters Review and support quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements Provide training and guidance to accounting team members on technical topics Support M&A activity, including due diligence and purchase accounting, as applicable
What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance CPA required 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant technical accounting exposure Strong expertise in U.S. GAAP and technical accounting research Experience supporting complex transactions and accounting policy development Background in public accounting and/or large corporate environments preferred Proven ability to communicate complex accounting concepts to non‑technical stakeholders Strong leadership, analytical, and documentation skills
What Our Client Offers Hybrid work environment based in Rosemont, IL Senior‑level role with significant technical influence and visibility Opportunity to shape accounting policy and best practices Strong partnership with accounting, finance, and audit leadership Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with director‑level roles