Director, Finance and Accounting Advisory Services - Technical Accounting

About the role

At Armanino, a leading professional services firm, the Director of Finance and Accounting Advisory Services – Technical Accounting will lead deep technical accounting expertise under US GAAP and SEC requirements, including complex research, technical memo preparation, and client presentations. The role involves leading implementation and interpretation of accounting standards such as ASC 606 Revenue Recognition, ASC 842 Leases, and ASC 805 Business Combinations, preparing and reviewing external financial reports (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements) for compliance, designing accounting policies, supporting purchase accounting, balance sheet preparation, and cash-to-accrual conversions, enhancing the financial close process, liaising with external auditors, managing technical accounting projects, mentoring staff, and fostering client relationships across cross‑functional teams. The position is based in Hyderabad, India, and offers a hybrid work model with remote and in‑person collaboration. Compensation is commensurate with industry standards and includes benefits such as Provident Fund, Gratuity, Medical Insurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance, and other employment benefits.

What you’ll do

• Provide deep technical accounting expertise under US GAAP and SEC requirements, including complex accounting research, preparation of technical memos, and presentation of conclusions to clients.
• Lead implementation efforts and interpretation of accounting standards (ASC 606 Revenue Recognition, ASC 842 Leases, ASC 805 Business Combinations, etc.).
• Prepare and review external financial reports for clients, auditors, and regulatory bodies, including 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and proxy statements, ensuring compliance with SEC reporting requirements.
• Assist in designing and implementing accounting policies and procedures to address technical accounting issues and improve compliance.
• Support purchase accounting, opening balance sheet preparation, and cash-to-accrual conversions following transactions.
• Assess and enhance the financial close process with a focus on technical accuracy and timely reporting.
• Act as liaison with external auditors on technical accounting matters and audit preparation.
• Manage and lead technical accounting projects, coordinating directly with client stakeholders.
• Mentor and supervise staff on technical accounting topics, providing timely feedback and training.
• Foster strong client relationships and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex accounting issues.

What you’ll bring

• CA / CPA strongly preferred.
• Minimum 7 years (Senior Manager) and 10 years (Director) of experience in public accounting or technical accounting roles within industry.
• Advanced knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting; IFRS exposure is a plus.
• Expertise in revenue recognition (ASC 606), lease accounting (ASC 842), and purchase accounting (ASC 805).
• Strong research, documentation, and communication skills for technical accounting positions.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment (remote and in-person collaboration).

Skills

Benefits

• Provident Fund
• Gratuity
• Medical Insurance
• Group Personal Accident Insurance
• employment benefits depending on the position

Education

CA / CPA