Manager, Technical Accounting and Equity Reporting in New York at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Manager, Technical Accounting and Equity Reporting based in the United States.

As the organization continues to scale and prepares for potential public company readiness, you will play a critical role in strengthening its technical accounting and financial reporting capabilities. You will take end-to-end ownership of stock-based compensation accounting, equity reporting, and complex technical accounting matters. Working closely with Legal, Tax, Payroll, Finance, Stock Administration, and external auditors, you will ensure accurate reporting and robust financial controls. You will also support major corporate transactions, including share repurchases, secondary transactions, and IPO-related activities. This is an opportunity to combine deep technical expertise with hands-on execution in a fast-growing, international technology environment. Your work will directly contribute to financial transparency, operational excellence, and long-term organizational readiness.

• Stock-Based Compensation Accounting: Own the monthly stock-based compensation close under ASC 718, including validating grant, vesting, forfeiture, and termination data, calculating expenses by function, and preparing related journal entries.
• Valuation and Equity Transactions: Review valuation assumptions and inputs, including Black-Scholes and 409A methodologies, in collaboration with valuation specialists. Manage accounting for award modifications, cancellations, repurchases, settlements, and net share settlement arrangements.
• Equity Reconciliation: Reconcile the capitalization table and equity administration platform with the general ledger, investigate discrepancies, and ensure accurate and timely financial records.
• Financial Reporting and Disclosures: Prepare and review equity roll-forwards, additional paid-in capital (APIC), stockholders' equity activity, and stock-based compensation disclosures for quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Liquidity Events and Capital Structure: Lead accounting assessments for tender offers, secondary transactions, IPO-related events, and corporate reorganizations, particularly where employee equity compensation is affected.
• IPO Financial Modeling: Develop and maintain financial models estimating the impact of a potential IPO on equity awards, including compensation expense recognition, net settlement, and tax withholding as transaction timing and terms evolve.
• Technical Accounting and Policy Development: Research complex accounting matters under US GAAP and prepare comprehensive technical accounting memos documenting relevant facts, applicable guidance, analysis, and conclusions.
• Broader Accounting Advisory: Provide technical accounting support for non-routine transactions involving areas such as debt and equity classification (ASC 480), debt accounting (ASC 470), leases (ASC 842), business combinations (ASC 805), and global entity matters.
• Internal Controls and Compliance: Design, document, and operate key controls over equity and technical accounting in partnership with the SOX team, identifying and promptly addressing control gaps.
• Audit Coordination: Act as a primary point of contact for external auditors on equity and technical accounting matters, managing walkthroughs, audit evidence requests, and technical discussions.
• Accounting Standards Monitoring: Support the development and maintenance of accounting policies while monitoring new accounting standards and SEC guidance for potential business impacts.

• Professional Experience: At least 6 years of progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting, including experience at a Big Four or national accounting firm.
• Education and Certification: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. An active CPA designation is strongly preferred.
• Technical Accounting Expertise: Extensive hands-on knowledge of ASC 718 and stock-based compensation arrangements, including stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), performance-based awards, modifications, repurchases, and tender offers.
• US GAAP and SEC Reporting: Strong understanding of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements, with demonstrated experience applying complex accounting standards.
• Equity Reporting Experience: Proven ability to prepare equity roll-forwards, financial statement footnotes, and disclosures for audited financial statements.
• Equity Administration Systems: Experience reconciling equity administration platforms, such as Carta or Shareworks, with the general ledger.
• Technical Research and Documentation: Ability to independently research complex accounting issues and produce clear, comprehensive, and defensible technical accounting memorandums.
• Internal Controls: Experience designing, documenting, implementing, and operating SOX controls or other internal controls over financial reporting.
• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting concepts to non-financial stakeholders and collaborate across multiple departments.
• Leadership and Mentorship: Experience mentoring colleagues or managing team members, with the ability to share technical expertise and support professional development.

Nice to have:

• Previous experience in a public company or supporting IPO readiness and preparation.
• Familiarity with Workiva and Shareworks.
• Experience working in consumer hardware, health technology, or subscription-based businesses.

• Competitive compensation: Annual base salary ranges depending on geographic location:
  • Region 1: $143,650–$169,000.
  • Region 2: $130,050–$153,000.
  • Region 3: $117,300–$138,000.
• Equity compensation: Competitive equity packages, providing an opportunity to participate in the organization's long-term success.
• Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Mental health support: Access to mental health resources and wellness programs.
• Product benefits: Complimentary personal smart ring and exclusive discounts for friends and family.
• Paid time off: 20 days of paid vacation annually.
• Paid holidays: 13 company-paid holidays each year.
• Wellness flexibility: 8 additional flexible wellness days.
• Additional leave: Paid sick leave and parental leave.
• Remote work: Remote position offering flexibility for eligible candidates based in the United States.