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Technical Accounting & Reporting Manager
1 year ago
Forte is seeking an exceptionally organized and diligent Manager of Technical Accounting and Reporting to join our growing accounting team. You will be responsible for preparing technical accounting research related to new and proposed accounting standards as well as the preparation of financial statements. You will also support the Controller in the implementation, maintenance, and review of new processes and controls.
An ideal candidate is excited to gain exposure to a wide range of different problem spaces -- spanning tech/gaming, blockchain, and economics. They should be innovators who consider themselves dynamic, collaborative and thrive in a fast-paced environment. They should be comfortable working independently and across cross-functional teams. They will be an excellent communicator and technically minded, with a passion for delivering results.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will...
- The position will be responsible for preparing technical accounting research related to new and proposed accounting standards as well as development and implementation of related accounting policies
- Support the Controller in the implementation, maintenance and review of controls over financial reporting
- Prepare financial statements under US GAAP & IFRS and related footnote disclosures
- Prepare quarterly reporting packages for internal distribution
- Assist with annual audit and reviews as needed, including project management
- Prepare and update memos, such as intangibles and goodwill impairment analysis, segment reporting, intangibles impairment analysis, capitalized software, etc.
- Maintain a listing of the company’s contracts, review, and analysis for proper accounting treatment on an ongoing basis
- Support the Controller in working directly with external auditors and various SME consultants/advisors
- Perform technical accounting research and prepare memos/white papers on the adoption of new accounting standards
- Assist with the research and documentation of significant and highly complex transactions, including business combinations, debt, fair value measurements, revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, VIE, etc.
- Maintain and update the company’s accounting policies
- Assist with general ad hoc projects, research and recommend process improvements
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have...
- Excellent knowledge of US GAAP & familiarity with IFRS
- Experience with researching technical accounting issues and writing memos
- Minimum 5+ years of combined experience with a national accounting firm, public reporting company, or consulting/advisory firm with exposure to technical research and public company financial reporting
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- Intellectual curiosity and desire to learn
- Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills
- Excellent project management skills, organized, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task with limited supervision
- Desire to collaborate with various teams across the company, strong sense of ownership, and ability to drive completion of goals
- Proven ability to thrive under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines
- Ability to execute independently and work with team members of all levels
What We Offer
- The opportunity to build something that's never been built before - to solve new problems and to develop solutions with a team of industry leaders by your side.
- A learning environment where you'll be hands-on with the latest tools and technologies.
- The opportunity to merge personal passions or interests you may have for blockchain and/or gaming with your professional path.
- Competitive compensation and perks to help you work comfortably and productively with a fully remote team
About Forte
Forte’s platform allows game publishers to easily integrate blockchain technologies into their games, enabling features such as seamless, embeddable token wallets, non-fungible token (NFT) minting and selling, payment rails, and other services built specifically for blockchain token economies and the management of digital and virtual assets. In blockchain-enabled games, players can truly own goods, rather than making pure entertainment expenditures. Players around the world can freely trade goods and services with each other, and can participate in community economies that reward creativity, collaboration, and skill. These new systems provide game players and communities all around the world with new creative and economic opportunities.
Forte is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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