Are you our next Technical Accounting Manager?
The Technical Accounting Manager will understand, interpret and provide technical accounting guidance in relation to complex business transactions and new U.S. accounting standards and SEC rules for the Company to ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations. This position will lead the implementation efforts related to new U.S. accounting standards and SEC rules for Mosaic Business Services, lead and/or perform research and document complex accounting issues related to GAAP, audit and external reporting matters. In addition, this person will work closely with the Senior Director, MBS on special projects as assigned as well as leading technical accounting trainings for the Mosaic Business Services Team.
What will you do?
• Assess complex, new or unusual business transactions and provide recommended accounting treatment in accordance with the applicable accounting standards. Partner closely with the Senior Manager, Accounting Research on complex accounting issues.
• Lead and/or perform research and develop documentation of complex accounting issues related to US GAAP and SEC external reporting matters. Assist in leading audit requirements for Mosaic’s North American entities.
• Understand, interpret and lead technical implementations of new accounting standards. Lead the implementation efforts related to new U.S. accounting standards and SEC rules for Mosaic Business Services.
• Monitor and implement appropriate accounting policy and process changes throughout the Company to ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations. Ensure that the accounting policies owned by Mosaic Business Services and critical accounting estimates are compliant with US accounting and reporting standards.
• Work on special projects as required and lead technical accounting training.
What do you need for this role?
• Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA required.
• 8+ years of experience in finance, including:
• 5+ years of leadership experience (i.e. leading teams, leading projects, etc.).
• 5+ years of public accounting experience with a large firm
• Extensive and in-depth working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to:
• Communicate complex issues effectively to finance and non-finance individuals
• Deliver results when under the pressure of a deadline
• Perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical or unusual situations
• Create and maintain strong peer relationships.
• Work well with internal and external customers.
• Think creatively with an ability to create innovative solutions.
• Effectively manage changing requirements and schedules.
• Build and maintain teams across work functions.
• Act independently with ability to self-monitor progress and success and bring work assignments to conclusions
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio, Project, Sharepoint)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to effectively work and build relationships with employees at all levels within the organization
• Ability to partner with and challenge the business
• Ability to adapt to a continually changing business and work environment and manage multiple priorities
• Adept at meeting established deadlines – a strong sense of urgency
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Highly motivated and self-directed
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Mosaic is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status.
Mosaic participates in the US E-Verify program.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
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Job Type: Full time