Principal Accounting Analyst

Location

Remote from US

Type

Direct Hire

Duration

Direct Hire

Start Date

Immediate

Reference #

Job-11729

Job Description

Exciting Opportunity: Senior Technical Accounting Analyst

Join the financial reporting team as a Senior Technical Accounting Analyst and make a significant impact in areas including stock-based compensation, acquisitions, and capital structure management.

Position Overview

* Start Date: September 2025
* Duration: Full-Time Employee (FTE)
* Location: Remote from US
* Compensation: Starting at $110k plus a comprehensive benefits package.

What You’ll Do

* Lead Technical Accounting Excellence: Record complex journal entries and perform reconciliations for stock-based compensation under ASC 718, while supporting equity award valuations and acquisition accounting
* Drive Financial Reporting: Draft comprehensive financial statement disclosures for equity compensation, earnings per share (EPS), and debt instruments, ensuring full compliance with accounting standards
* Master System Administration: Manage the equity plan administration system, ensuring data integrity and collaborating with Payroll and Compensation teams on tax compliance matters
* Shape Strategic Initiatives: Contribute to planning, reviewing, and implementing new equity plans while staying current on evolving accounting and regulatory requirements
* Provide Technical Leadership: Prepare sophisticated accounting memos and entries for complex transactions and new pronouncements, collaborating across HR, Tax, and Corporate Accounting functions
* Ensure Compliance Excellence: Calculate quarterly credit agreement EBITDA metrics and build comprehensive supporting documentation
* Strengthen Internal Controls: Enhance and maintain SOX documentation for stock-based compensation processes in partnership with Internal Audit
* Drive Continuous Improvement: Champion process enhancements, support accounting policy development, and ensure seamless alignment across equity, debt, and compensation functions

What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications:
* Professional Experience: 2+ years of professional accounting experience, with public accounting firm experience or CPA license
* Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, stock-based compensation (ASC 718), purchase accounting, and debt/equity transactions
* Research Capabilities: Proven ability to research and develop company positions on complex accounting issues
* Communication Excellence: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills paired with strong analytical abilities
* Professional Attributes: Highly organized, detail-oriented, collaborative team player with flexibility for additional hours during critical periods
* Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe applications

Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with enterprise software platforms (Workday preferred)
* Familiarity with equity plan administration systems
* Professional Certification: Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license

Please Apply ASAP #LI-LS1 #LI-DNI #LI-Remote

For more information, please email: Job-11729@thecarreraagency.com