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This individual will report to the Director of Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting. Primary duties will be to prepare and review SEC and Canadian filings and to document the accounting treatment of complex transactions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of SEC and Canadian filings, including quarterly and annual reports, Proxy and other current reports (e.g., 8Ks)
• Assist Investor Relations and Legal departments with quarterly earnings process
• Work with business unit finance leads to prepare and collaborate on financial reporting deliverables for senior management across the Company

Secondary Responsibilities in support of Technical Accounting team

• Review customer contracts and assist in the determination of proper revenue recognition in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS
• Communicate with various internal groups to gather relevant information for decision-making related to proper accounting treatment for significant transactions
• Write technical memos supporting significant accounting positions
• Maintenance of accounting policies and alignment across all Maxar companies
• Participate in month-end and year-end close processes, including assisting with internal and external audits and review
• Perform special projects or duties as required within the finance department

Basic Qualifications

• CPA required
• Public accounting experience required; Big 4 experience preferred
• 8+ years of relevant experience, including experience within a financial reporting department of a publicly traded company
• Familiarity with US GAAP, IFRS, SEC and SOX requirements
• US Citizen or permanent resident required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Consolidation & Reporting Systems – must be comfortable with technology use to enable workflows and automate financial reporting processes
• Experience with internal financial reporting processes (comparing actuals to budget / forecast and help FP&A with analysis and explain actual results)
• Ability to work independently, be a self-starter and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and organizational skills
• Ability to explain complex accounting concepts to non-accountants
• Excellent presentation skills (PowerPoint) and proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

DigitalGlobe offers a generous compensation package including a competitive salary; choice of medical plan; dental, life, and disability insurance; a 401(K) plan with competitive company match; paid holidays and paid time off.