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Clarivate Analytics US LLC Lead Technical Accountant in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Clarivate is seeking to hire on an experienced Lead Technical Accountant to join our global finance department! Reporting to the Director of Technical Accounting, the Lead Technical Accountant position will be responsible for analyzing transactions (including revenue, lease, stock-based compensation, financing arrangements, and acquisitions) to identify potential accounting issues. Partnering with key stakeholders across the organization, the Lead Technical Accountant will be responsible for all aspects of accounting for these process areas including journal entries, account reconciliations, SOX compliance, and external reporting requirements.
About You - experience, education, skills, and accomplishments... Bachelor's degree in accounting CPA 3+ years of progressive accounting experience Big 4 and/or publicly traded company experience in a similar role Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP and SEC rules and regulations
It would be great if you also had... Master's Degree Accounting/Finance; Experience within the technology industry and/or large accelerated filers preferable and a major plus factor Experience with complex and significant accounting transactions preferred Strong understanding of an effective and efficient internal control environment Attentiveness to details Ability to work effectively across the globe across cultures and time zones
What will you be doing in this role?... Responsible for the technical accounting of all stock-based compensation, EPS, and equity accounting and related 10-K/10-Q disclosures Support review of significant contracts for accounting implications Support the Company's annual impairment testing of goodwill and acquired intangibles Prepare analyses and other information to support the annual audit and quarterly reviews with external auditors Manage and perform accounting research and technical compliance research. Thoroughly research and document all accounting principles and procedural recommendations while assisting in resolving financial issues Support accounting policies, procedures and systems as required, and ensure internal control procedures are adequate and properly documented. Establish and/or enhance existing processes and controls to best in class Support special projects and analyses to management as needed Effectively communicate new US GAAP, IFRS, and SEC findings and impact to the Company to the team
About the Team This will be a global role reporting into the Director of Technical Accounting as part of a Technical Accounting and Reporting team of 12 colleagues and larger Finance organization. The team culture is dynamic, creative, and supportive - excellence, integrity, and care are in our DNA.
Hours of Work This is a full-time, hybrid position working within commutable distance to either our Ann Arbor, MI or Philadelphia, PA offices Ability to be flexible with working hours across regions and time zones worldwide
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Clarivate is an Equal Opportunity Employer Vets/Minorities/Women/Disabled
It is the policy of Clarivate to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Clarivate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
