Corporate Accounting Manager

Corporate Accounting Manager Overview

• The Corporate Accounting Manager role focuses on equity accounting, reporting, and stock-based compensation within a dynamic global fintech organization.
• Become a subject matter expert in ASC 718 stock-based compensation accounting and equity reporting processes.
• Gain exposure to complex technical accounting issues and strategic transactions impacting the organization's capital structure.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support equity-related tax accounting analyses and financial reporting requirements.
• Contribute to SOX controls, governance processes, and automation initiatives for enhanced reporting capabilities.
• Partner with HR, Legal, Payroll, Tax, and third-party administrators to ensure accurate equity transaction processing.
• Assist in preparing analyses supporting management decision-making and strategic organizational growth.
• Participate in special projects related to equity programs, acquisitions, and process transformation initiatives.

Corporate Accounting Manager Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Support monthly accounting, reporting, and close activities for global stock-based compensation programs under ASC 718.
• Prepare stock compensation calculations, expense forecasts, account reconciliations, and disclosure support schedules.
• Analyze accounting implications of equity transactions, including grants, exercises, vesting events, and modifications.
• Evaluate complex equity-related transactions, such as acquisitions, recapitalizations, and liquidity events.
• Assist with equity-related tax accounting analyses and impacts on the income tax provision.
• Prepare stock-based compensation disclosures for financial statements and regulatory filings.
• Collaborate with external auditors, providing audit-ready documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Monitor and reconcile equity activity across source systems, capitalization records, and the general ledger.
• Identify opportunities to automate processes, enhance reporting, and strengthen internal controls.

Corporate Accounting Manager Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in equity accounting and reporting.
• Proficiency in ASC 718 stock-based compensation accounting and related financial reporting standards.
• Experience with SOX controls and governance processes is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to evaluate complex equity-related transactions.
• Excellent collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams and external auditors.
• Knowledge of equity-related tax accounting and impacts on income tax provisions.
• Familiarity with automation tools and process enhancement initiatives.
• Preferred certifications: CPA or equivalent professional accounting certification.