Senior Manager, Technical Accounting

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Will be responsible for performing independent research of complex accounting transactions and prepare as well as review technical accounting memos based on a wide variety of topics.  This individual will also be responsible for reviewing research and documentation performed by senior technical accountants and will need to provide timely feedback.  Will provide support to internal and external audits as required.  Build relationships with the generating plants, cross functional groups and Corporate counterparts. Expected to develop Company specific and industry knowledge in order to be identified as point of contact for accounting issues and in support of the various deliverables as well as delegate work as appropriate. Lead due diligence and transaction reviews from an accounting standpoint in support of the M&A process. 

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• Research, document and review complex accounting transactions including those related to derivatives, revenue arrangements under ASC 606, leases under ASC 842 and consolidation accounting, among others. 
• Review documentation and research performed by others to ensure conclusions are fully researched and supported. 
• Provide timely accounting analysis for proposed transactions as well as recommendations on deal structure as required to support the decision making by the M&A team and Senior Leadership, typically will serve as a lead accounting resource on these projects. 
• Oversee the updating and maintenance of the Contract Accounting Treatment system in order to track significant contracts and the accounting conclusions related to them. 
• Provide supervision and leadership to more junior technical accounting staff. 
• Stay up to date on new accounting pronouncements and relevant GAAP issues and evaluate how they may impact the Company and ensure relevant information and accounting changes is provided to other departments when it impacts them. 
• Prepare or participate in preparation of certain footnote disclosures for public financial statements. 
• Participate in the review of financial statements for external filings required by legal agreements and local laws and regulations on a consistent basis. 
• Assist with information requests from external auditors during quarter and year end reviews. 
• Developing and maintain adequate SOX compliance as it relates to technical accounting.
• Assist in special accounting projects as assigned.
  
  

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years of recent verifiable experience in an accounting Manager role including accounting research/technical accounting analysis within a large multi-national firm.
• Must be proficient in personal computer skills and have strong research, interpersonal and project management skills.
• Must exhibit in-depth knowledge of US GAAP and be able to understand and interpret complex accounting guidance.
  
  

 

PREFERRED SKILLS:

 

• CPA certification.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret complex contract language. Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership of a team and managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated and able to work in a team with limited supervision.
  
  

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.