Senior Manager, Technical Accounting
Alteryx

Job Info

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We're looking for problem solvers, innovators, and dreamers who are searching for anything but business as usual. Like us, you're a high performer who's an expert at your craft, constantly challenging the status quo. You value inclusivity and want to join a culture that empowers you to show up as your authentic self. You know that success hinges on commitment, that our differences make us stronger, and that the finish line is always sweeter when the whole team crosses together.

We are seeking a Senior Manager of Technical Accounting who will come with a solid foundation in technical accounting, with an emphasis on business combinations. This person will be responsible for analyzing and accounting for complex accounting transactions including business combinations, debt, software development, intangible asset impairment, and stock-based compensation. This person will report to the Director of Accounting and work closely with the reporting and technical accounting teams and assist in technical assessments and close related activities in technical areas, and develop and maintain the Company's accounting policies, including assisting with the implementation of new accounting standards. The candidate should have experience with the requirement of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) and will maintain and complete appropriate controls. This is a great opportunity to leave an imprint on the processes put in place while working for a public, fast-paced company within a continual learning and high growth department.

Responsibilities

• Review and advise on technical accounting issues for appropriate GAAP treatment, including M&A activity, stock-based compensation, new accounting pronouncements, and other complex accounting matters.
  
• Assist the team with financial due diligence and technical accounting for mergers and acquisitions and asset purchases, as needed.
  
• Participate in acquisition accounting, including valuations performed for intangible assets and contingent consideration.
  
• Update global accounting policies including drafting policies around new accounting pronouncements.
  
• Assessment and implementation of new Accounting Standard Updates (ASUs)
  
• Prepare accounting memos for new equity grants including assessing grant date, valuation, and recognition methods
  
• Assess software development projects for proper treatment under ASC 985 and ASC 350
  
• Assess accounting considerations and review journal entries and account reconciliations in areas including equity, goodwill, intangible assets, debt, and other technical areas.
  
• Maintain and update internal control documentation for technical accounting matters.
  
• Special and ad-hoc projects, as needed.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting and CPA required
  
• 7+ years related experience. Big 4 and business combination experience preferred.
  
• Demonstrate technical knowledge and thorough understanding of GAAP and SEC reporting
  
• Experience researching and preparing accounting analyses for complex transactions
  
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, communication (both written and oral) and collaboration skills required
  
• Accounting and finance software experience preferred (NetSuite, Anaplan, Blackline preferred)
  
• Must be able to prioritize function effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with many moving pieces
  

Compensation

Alteryx is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

This role is eligible for variable compensation including bonus and stock grants.

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Find yourself checking a lot of these boxes but doubting whether you should apply? At Alteryx, we support a growth mindset for our associates through all stages of their careers. If you meet some of the requirements and you share our values, we encourage you to apply. As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we're invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Benefits & Perks:

Alteryx has amazing benefits for all Associates which can be viewed here.

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