Senior Manager, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting

Senior Manager, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting – Consultant

DeWinter Group is partnering with a publicly traded, capital-intensive organization seeking an experienced Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting consultant to provide immediate project-based support.

This is a strong opportunity for a Senior Manager-level professional who is comfortable independently researching complex accounting matters, developing technical positions, and preparing clear, audit-ready accounting memoranda. The consultant will also provide support across SEC reporting and disclosures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research complex U.S. GAAP accounting matters and prepare technical accounting memoranda and position papers
• Support SEC reporting, financial statement disclosures, and 10-K/10-Q activities
• Evaluate complex accounting matters involving areas such as leases, fair value, derivatives, capital-intensive transactions, and contractual arrangements
• Partner with finance leadership and external auditors to support and defend accounting conclusions
• Take ownership of discrete technical accounting projects with limited oversight
• Assist with reporting processes and disclosure requirements as needed

Ideal Background:

• Senior Manager-level experience within technical accounting, accounting advisory, SEC reporting, or financial reporting
• Prior Big 4 or large public accounting/advisory firm experience strongly preferred
• Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Demonstrated experience researching accounting guidance and authoring technical accounting memos
• Experience with complex areas such as ASC 842, fair value, derivatives, or other transaction-driven accounting
• Public company experience strongly preferred
• Workiva experience is a plus
• Energy, infrastructure, utilities, or another capital-intensive industry background is helpful but not required

Engagement Details:

• Primarily remote, working EST hours
• Preference for candidates in the NYC metro area who can be onsite occasionally if needed
• Potential for longer-term opportunities for a strong performer