{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"0f7d7f2b1c08b41921e3b92d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0f7d7f2b1c08b41921e3b92d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0f7d7f2b1c08b41921e3b92d","title":"Technical Accounting Manager","description":"Brailsford & Dunlavey (B&D) – Technical Accounting Manager\r\nLocation: Washington, DC or Chicago, IL (Hybrid | 2–3 days in office per week)\r\nThe Opportunity\r\nAt Brailsford & Dunlavey (B&D), we lead the planning, development, and management of the places that shape and strengthen communities—where people live, learn, work, and play. B&D partners with institutions, municipalities, and organizations to shape and deliver complex real-estate and capital projects, providing strategic insight and end-to-end advisory services across the full project lifecycle.\r\nB&D recently joined forces with Project Management Advisors, bringing together two nationally recognized leaders in program management and real-estate advisory services. Together, the combined firm offers expanded capabilities across industries and throughout the full project lifecycle—from early-stage strategy and planning through execution and beyond.\r\nAs our organization continues to grow, we are seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to join our finance and accounting team. Reporting directly to the Controller and working closely with the CFO, this highly visible role will serve as the firm's technical accounting resource, ensuring proper application of U.S. GAAP while supporting complex business initiatives, acquisitions, policy development, and financial reporting activities. The role will also play an integral part in the accounting integration of M&A-related activities as the firm expands.\r\nWhat You'll Contribute\r\nServe as the firm's internal technical accounting resource for key accounting matters, including:\r\nASC 606 Revenue Recognition\r\nASC 842 Lease Accounting\r\nASC 326 Current Expected Credit Losses (CECL)\r\nASC 805 Business Combinations\r\nSupport accounting due diligence and post-acquisition accounting integration activities for mergers and acquisitions.\r\nAssist with the preparation, maintenance, and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, and technical accounting guidance.\r\nResearch complex accounting issues, prepare technical accounting memos, and provide recommendations to leadership.\r\nPartner with the Controller and CFO on accounting implications related to strategic initiatives, transactions, and organizational changes.\r\nSupport the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process, including review of key balance sheet reconciliations and technical accounting areas.\r\nReview and analyze accounting for right-of-use assets and lease liabilities, deferred and accrued revenue, debt, and other complex balance sheet accounts.\r\nMaintain and support debt schedules and related accounting activities.\r\nManage and oversee intercompany accounting transactions across multiple legal entities.\r\nCollaborate with external auditors and support audit requests related to technical accounting matters.\r\nIdentify opportunities to strengthen accounting controls, improve processes, and enhance reporting accuracy.\r\nContribute to process improvement initiatives and help build scalable accounting practices to support organizational growth.\r\nWork directly with the Controller and CFO on high-impact accounting and financial initiatives.\r\nServe as a subject matter expert and trusted resource across the accounting and finance function.\r\nHelp guide accounting policy decisions and implementation across a growing organization.\r\nPlay a key role in acquisition integration efforts and future organizational growth initiatives.\r\nPosition yourself for future advancement with a clear path toward an Assistant Controller-level role .\r\nWhat We're Looking For\r\nBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.\r\nCPA strongly preferred.\r\nMinimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.\r\nAt least 2–3 years of direct experience in technical accounting.\r\nStrong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.\r\nExperience working with\r\nASC 606 Revenue Recognition\r\nASC 842 Lease Accounting\r\nASC 326 CECL\r\nASC 805 Business Combinations\r\nExperience with ERP systems such as Workday, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms preferred.\r\nExcellent analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities.\r\nStrong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical accounting concepts to non-accounting stakeholders.\r\nAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.\r\nHigh attention to detail, strong professional judgment, and commitment to accuracy.\r\nWhat Sets You Apart\r\nYou enjoy tackling complex accounting issues rather than simply processing transactions.\r\nYou are intellectually curious and naturally seek to understand the \"why\" behind accounting guidance.\r\nYou bring an auditor's mindset and can confidently research, document, and defend accounting conclusions.\r\nYou thrive in environments that are growing, changing, and transforming.\r\nYou are interested in helping shape accounting strategy, not just executing established processes.\r\nYou see accounting as a business partner function and enjoy collaborating with leaders across the organization.\r\nYou are motivated by long-term career growth and eager to take on increasing responsibility over time.\r\nBenefits\r\n100% company-paid medical, prescription, and dental insurance premiums for employees and their children.\r\nFlexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.\r\nCompany-paid contributions to 401(k) retirement accounts.\r\nFlextime and telecommuting.\r\nParental leave.\r\nVoluntary vision insurance.\r\nCompany-paid disability and life insurance.\r\nVacation, sick, and holiday pay.\r\nAdoption assistance program.\r\nReimbursement for professional memberships and certifications.\r\nLearning & Development department dedicated to providing in-house training.\r\nEmployee assistance program.\r\nCorporate fitness center access at most locations.\r\nCell phone reimbursement.\r\nWellness committee and wellness-based programming.\r\nBrailsford & Dunlavey, Inc. is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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B&D partners with institutions, municipalities, and organizations to shape and deliver complex real-estate and capital projects, providing strategic insight and end-to-end advisory services across the full project lifecycle.\r\nB&D recently joined forces with Project Management Advisors, bringing together two nationally recognized leaders in program management and real-estate advisory services. Together, the combined firm offers expanded capabilities across industries and throughout the full project lifecycle—from early-stage strategy and planning through execution and beyond.\r\nAs our organization continues to grow, we are seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to join our finance and accounting team. 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