Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting Manager

About the Role

OpenLoop is looking for a Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting Manager to join our team remotely or at HQ in Des Moines, IA. In this role, you will be responsible for being the internal expert on complex and evolving accounting topics such as revenue recognition (ASC 606), lease accounting (ASC 842), stock-based compensation, business combinations (ASC 805), and others. The position will provide accounting leadership and due diligence support for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives, ensuring proper treatment and alignment with reporting requirements. As we scale, a dedicated resource ensures our accounting policies, memos, and disclosures evolve appropriately.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the in-house expert on complex accounting areas, including ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition), ASC 842 (Lease Accounting), ASC 718 (Stock-Based Compensation), ASC 805 (Business Combinations), and others.
• Own and maintain accounting policies, technical memos, and disclosures in alignment with current U.S. GAAP standards.
• Provide technical accounting guidance and due diligence support for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives.
• Lead research and implementation of new accounting standards as applicable.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and FP&A teams to ensure accurate treatment and reporting of non-routine transactions.
• Oversee external reporting and serve as the key point of contact for financial and other audits.
• Review and update internal controls as related to technical accounting areas.
• Communicate complex accounting concepts in a clear, concise manner to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 
• 7+ years of progressive experience in technical accounting, including Big 4 public accounting and public company environments.
• CPA required.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including recent experience with ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 718, and ASC 805.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience writing technical memos and working with external auditors.
• Excellent analytical skills, detail-oriented, and a proactive problem-solver.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supporting M&A transactions is highly preferred.
• Experience in a SaaS, healthcare, or technology company is a plus.
• Familiarity with SEC reporting requirements is a bonus.