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Irvine CA
Posted 2 years ago
Responsible for contributing to the company’s accounting policies, implementing new accounting standards, and performing complex technical accounting assessments, including those related to business combinations, consolidation accounting, investment accounting, impairment analyses, revenue recognition, lease accounting and compensation accounting. The majority of our team members have experience in both public accounting and private industry. They come from Big 4 and Top 10 accounting firms and have diverse industry experience working in the finance and accounting departments of public and private companies as CFO’s and controllers. Responsibilities:
  • Research technical accounting topics and draft position papers on topics such as purchase accounting, revenue recognition, derivatives accounting, lease accounting, stock-based compensation and new accounting pronouncements.
  • Coordinate with external auditors, manage the audit process for areas within job scope, and provide audit supporting documentation for quarterly reviews and annual audits.
  • Prepare relevant schedules for quarterly reviews and annual audits; work closely with external auditors.
  • Responsible for various month-end close procedures for main operating entities (stock-based compensation, purchase accounting and other technical accounting matters), including preparation of monthly journal entries, account reconciliation, analysis of results, and financial statements.
  • Establish and maintain accounting policies and procedures and internal controls.
  • Proactively identify issues and implement process improvements to streamline accounting processes.
Qualifications:
  • 7+ years accounting experience in the Big 4 and industry, including Form S-1 filings.
  • CPA required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
  • Strong, in-depth knowledge of US GAAP, SEC rules and regulations, and financial statement preparation.
  • Strong technical research skills, including experience with US GAAP and other accounting standards research related to revenue recognition and inventory accounting.
  • Knowledge of revenue recognition, inventory, equity accounting, consolidations, international accounting, inter-company transactions and corporate accounting and reporting is desirable.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and adhere to deadlines in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
  • Team player and solid communicator (written and verbal skills); strong interpersonal skills including flexibility and dependability; ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsible for contributing to the company’s accounting policies, implementing new accounting standards, and performing complex technical accounting assessments, including those related to business...

The ideal candidate has technical accounting and transaction advisory experience and strong analytical skills. Responsible for managing technical accounting engagements and leading teams through revenue recognition, debt/equity transactions and mergers and acquisitions (M&A). The majority of our team members have experience in both public accounting and private industry. They come from Big 4 and Top 10 accounting firms and have diverse industry experience working in the finance and accounting departments of public and private companies as CFO’s and controllers. Responsibilities:
  • Manage strategic technical accounting advisory engagements and lead multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Lead teams through the application of complex accounting topics including: business combinations, revenue recognition, lease accounting, mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, debt/equity transactions and stock-based compensation, financial instruments and derivatives, consolidation issues and GAAP vs. IFRS.
  • Advise clients on full range of technical accounting issues.
  • Provide support to clients involved in various transactions including IPO, reverse-merger and SPAC.
  • Participate in SEC Reporting for some clients.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a related field.
  • Technical accounting & transaction advisory experience from a top-tier public accounting firm or a reputable in-house corporate environment.
  • SEC Reporting experience a plus.
  • Strong people, project and client management skills.
  • Clear and concise written and verbal communication.
  • Strength in translating complex issues into simple and easy to understand terms.
  • Strong analytical skills, sound interpretation of complex subject matter, ability to generate meaningful insights and develop pragmatic recommendations.
  • Ability to execute and operate in high-pressure and fast-paced environments.
  • Experience in quickly adapting to unexpected changes in timelines, deadlines and scope of work.

The ideal candidate has technical accounting and transaction advisory experience and strong analytical skills. Responsible for managing technical accounting engagements and leading teams through reven...

Responsible for providing technical and advisory financial and accounting due diligence services. Ability to perform complex analyses, including analysis of cash flows, quality of assets and earnings, operating and profitability trends, working capital and identification of potential liabilities and risks. The majority of our team members have experience in both public accounting and private industry. They come from Big 4 and Top 10 accounting firms and have diverse industry experience working in the finance and accounting departments of public and private companies as CFO’s and controllers. Responsibilities:
  • Audit preparation and support services.
  • Prepare policies and procedures documents for public companies to identify potential financial and operational company gaps.
  • Write technical accounting memos related to revenue recognition (ASC 605/606) and preferred stock in accordance with GAAP.
  • Prepare and review accounting transactions related to multiple element arrangements and stock-based compensation.
  • Assist with public offerings, inclusive of performing audit prep work, documenting significant accounting policies, and preparing the financial statements and related footnote disclosures.
  • Review the completeness and accuracy of underlying 10K/10Q reconciliations and closing schedules.
  • Assist with SEC filings related to IPOs, debt offerings and acquisitions.
  • Prepare journal entries related to revenue recognition within the client’s system.
  • Review the adequacy of the client’s footnote disclosures with the assistance of the external auditor’s Automated Disclosure Checklist.
  • Prepare external reporting binder underlying the client’s S-1 registration statement.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
  • A mix of public accounting experience at a Big 4/National Firm or private industry.
  • CPA license preferred.
  • Ability to work with tight deadlines in an ever-changing environment.
  • Strong accounting skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
  • Ability to travel if needed.

Responsible for providing technical and advisory financial and accounting due diligence services. Ability to perform complex analyses, including analysis of cash flows, quality of assets and earnings,...

Irvine CA
Posted 2 years ago
Responsible for planning and executing elements of the overall audit plan, including risk assessment, audit scope, identifying and testing controls, and developing specific recommendations to improve processes. The majority of our team members have experience in both public accounting and private industry. They come from Big 4 and Top 10 accounting firms and have diverse industry experience working in the finance and accounting departments of public and private companies as CFO’s and controllers. Responsibilities:
  • Working closely with management, manage the planning, scoping, and execution of the Control Report Testing Program including review of the annual Financial Statement Risk Assessment (SOX), ongoing review of control effectiveness coverage to meet objectives of service organization control reports (SOC 1 and FICCA).
  • Develop and host trainings for internal audit staff and control owners, in support of achieving strong CRTP results.
  • Refine/drive continuous improvement in the internal controls self-assessment program to determine quarterly and annual compliance with key SOX sections (302, 404, etc.).
  • Assist with continuous improvement in controls testing through risk assessment, controls rationalization, and optimization for greater accuracy, financial control, automation, and efficiency.
  • Serve as a liaison between the Company's business owners and external auditors and support external auditor's testing.
  • Determine the root cause of deficiencies, and assist management with the development of remediation plans. Track control deficiencies and follow-up with the process owner to ascertain timely remediation.
  • Document and maintain the policies and procedures in place to complete the CRTP.
  • Participate in recruiting, on-boarding & development of Internal Audit personnel
Qualifications:
  • BA/BS in Accounting or Finance or related field.
  • Strong understanding of SOX Compliance, AT 101, COSO Framework, US GAAP, PCAOB standards, SEC regulations, Auditing Standards, and internal controls to evaluate and determine the adequacy of controls
  • Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with all levels of management
  • 8+ years of audit, controls, or advisory experience from large national/international accounting firms or large public companies, or internal controls-related experience.
  • Financial statement audit experience is a plus.
  • Understanding of Information Technology General Controls (ITGC)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • An appropriate certification in accounting and/or auditing is required, such as a CPA, CISA and/or CIA
  • Experience with large ERP systems (e.g., Oracle)

Responsible for planning and executing elements of the overall audit plan, including risk assessment, audit scope, identifying and testing controls, and developing specific recommendations to improve ...

Irvine CA
Posted 2 years ago
Primary responsibilities include audit planning and execution with a focus on controls testing, working with third-party internal audit consultants, collaborating on control testing activities, and validating remediation activities for internal audit issues. The majority of our team members have experience in both public accounting and private industry. They come from Big 4 and Top 10 accounting firms and have diverse industry experience working in the finance and accounting departments of public and private companies as CFO’s and controllers. Responsibilities:
  • Partner with high performing project teams to work on internal audit projects.
  • Create process narratives, identify key controls, and conclude on design and operating effectiveness of key controls.
  • Demonstrate clear and concise writing and verbal skills to communicate complex issues in simple terms to clients and team members.
  • Produce quality deliverables evidenced through minimal review time and review notes.
  • Respond to client needs, acting as a primary contact with clients.
  • Balance competing priorities with minimal client disruptions, while maintaining project progress.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Accounting, Economics, Business Management, Finance or related.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in financial services at public accounting firm or professional services firm with emphasis on risk and compliance consulting related to Internal Audit.
  • CPA required or ability to achieve CPA certification within 12 months.
  • Exceptional people, project and client management skills gained by working in multiple, professional environments.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, clearly and concisely.
  • Experience translating complicated issues into simple and easy to understand terms to guide clients and provide solutions.
  • Ability to adapt to unexpected changes in timelines, deadlines and scope of work.

Primary responsibilities include audit planning and execution with a focus on controls testing, working with third-party internal audit consultants, collaborating on control testing activities, and va...