Senior Technical Accountant

Vaco
$90,000.00 - $110,000.00 / yr
United States, California, San Diego
Mar 28, 2025
Title: Senior Technical Accountant Location: San Diego, CA - Hybrid Salary: $90K - $110K (DOE) + Bonus Job Description: Our client, a global leader in the technology industry based in San Diego, is seeking a Senior Technical Accountant to join their Corporate Accounting Practices and Reporting group. This role plays a critical part in preparing SEC filings, managing complex accounting transactions, and providing guidance on acquisitions, dispositions, and new accounting standards. Responsibilities: Prepare and file quarterly, annual, and other financial reports with the SEC. Collaborate with business units and corporate functions to determine and document proper accounting treatment for complex transactions. Lead projects that support business units and corporate functions in accounting for acquisitions, dispositions, and implementing new accounting guidance. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field. 2+ years of experience in a Big Four accounting firm. CPA or equivalent certification preferred. Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work independently. Experience in a large, matrixed organization and/or the tech industry is a plus. Proficiency with systems such as WDesk, Oracle, HFM, and Microsoft. Level of Responsibility: Operates independently with minimal supervision. Influences key organizational decisions with high impact. Requires strong problem-solving, prioritization, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively. Preferred Skills: Experience with XBRL tagging. Aptitude for accounting process optimization. Prior technical leadership or project management experience. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. 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