Director, Technical Accounting

Overview

The organization is seeking a Director of Technical Accounting to lead the technical accounting function and ensure accurate application of U.S. GAAP across complex and judgmental areas. This role serves as a key advisor to senior finance leadership on accounting implications of strategic initiatives, transactions, and emerging issues. The position will build and oversee a high-performing team of three and drive consistency across the organization in partnership with the Financial Reporting team.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting analysis and conclusions for complex transactions, including:
  • M&A
  • Partnerships/JVs
  • Debt/equity
  • Compensation arrangements
  • Leases
  • Medical malpractice
• Oversee preparation and review of accounting position papers and technical memos for audit and internal use.
• Partner with FP&A, Legal, Corporate Development, Financial Reporting, and external parties on accounting considerations, diligence, and transaction implications.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors on technical accounting topics.
• Provide technical accounting support to the Financial Reporting team on disclosures and complex accounting matters.
• Review and advise on technical conclusions reflected in the financial statements to ensure alignment between technical positions and external reporting.
• Maintain and enhance company-wide accounting policies.
• Ensure consistent application of accounting across Clinical and Technology segments.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a team.
• Strengthen and scale the technical accounting function aligned with a multi-billion-dollar organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s preferred)
• CPA required
• 8-12+ years of experience in accounting
  • Big 4 public accounting experience strongly preferred
• Experience supporting financial reporting in a complex organization
• Public company/SEC experience preferred
• Multi-currency and international accounting experience preferred
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including:
  • Business combinations
  • Consolidations and noncontrolling interests
  • Debt and equity transactions
  • Stock-based compensation
  • Lease accounting
  • Financial services – insurance
  • Medical malpractice accounting
• Proven ability to research, document, and clearly communicate complex accounting issues
• Strong experience leading and developing teams with cross-functional collaboration skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to influence across functions and communicate effectively with senior leadership and external auditors

Preferred Qualifications

• Public company/SEC experience
• Multi-currency and international accounting experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $160,000-$190,000
• Final determinations may vary based on education, work experience, certifications, geographic location, and other factors.
• Annual discretionary bonus eligibility
• Competitive total rewards packages, including:
  • Health & wellness coverage options (eligibility starts the month after hire, with tiered options to choose from)
  • 401k benefits
  • Other benefits such as family planning and telehealth
  • Note: benefits are subject to eligibility requirements
• Compensation reviews and career growth opportunities
• Generous PTO plans and paid holidays

Location & Schedule

• Employment type: Full-time (30+ hrs/week)
• Schedule/shift: Day/1st shift
• Work location type: Remote
• Preferred location: NASHVILLE, TN
• Location city: Remote
• Location state: Remote

Equal Opportunity

An equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, safe, and welcoming environment with equitable access to resources for all employees.