Director of Technical Accounting
 Harmonia Holdings Group LLC | |
medical insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
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 United States, Virginia, McLean | |
| 8180 Greensboro Drive (Show on map) | |
 Jan 23, 2025 | |
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Harmonia Holdings Group, LLC is an award-winning, rapidly growing federal government contractor committed to providing innovative, high-performing solutions to our government clients and focused on fostering a workplace that encourages growth, initiative, creativity, and employee satisfaction. Harmonia Holdings Group, LLC seeks a seasoned and adaptable Director of Technical Accounting with specialized experience in the Government Contracting industry. This role is perfect for a technical accounting expert capable of scaling with a mid-sized company that is growing both organically and through mergers & acquisitions (M&A). The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of GAAP, particularly in the areas of M&A and Purchase Price Accounting, including ASC 842, ASC 805, ASC 606, and ASC 360. As Director of Technical Accounting, you will oversee technical accounting assessments, provide strategic guidance on complex transactions, manage new accounting standards implementations, and draft critical footnote disclosures for external reporting. This position requires a high degree of agility in a fast-paced, growing environment, coupled with the ability to manage and implement best practices for accounting controls. The role is based in Tysons Corner, Virginia, with a hybrid work-from-home and office model. The Director of Technical Accounting will report directly to the Vice President, Controller. Key Qualifications: * 10+ years of experience in the Government Contracting industry, with a focus on technical accounting. * 6+ years in a Big Four or Mid-Tier public accounting firm, preferably within Assurance and Technical Reporting services. * CPA designation required. * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline. * Expertise in GAAP, including ASC 842, ASC 805, ASC 606, and ASC 360. * Extensive experience supporting M&A transactions, including the technical accounting documentation and processes involved. * Strong proficiency in technical finance, valuation, and business matters. * Exceptional communication skills-both verbal and written-with an ability to interact with senior executives, cross-functional teams, and external stakeholders. * Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and navigate fast-paced, unstructured environments. * Self-starter with a results-oriented, highly organized approach and a keen sense of urgency. * Strong working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint. Key Responsibilities: * Lead and manage technical accounting assessments and provide high-level guidance on complex transactions to senior management and key stakeholders. * Oversee the implementation of new accounting standards, ensuring compliance and effective execution. * Draft new footnote disclosures and manage the external reporting process for the organization. * Ensure appropriate accounting control procedures are in place and maintained for all relevant process areas. * Lead M&A technical accounting assessments, collaborating with internal teams and third-party specialists to determine accurate accounting treatment. This includes reviewing net working capital, validating closing balance sheets, and preparing purchase accounting journal entries. * Provide detailed technical guidance for M&A activities, particularly in the areas of ASC 842, ASC 805, ASC 606, and ASC 360. * Develop and continuously improve a post-merger integration playbook with repeatable processes based on lessons learned from previous M&A activities. * Conduct technical accounting research and prepare memos on non-routine transactions, including revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, and other technical topics. * Contribute to the development of accounting policies, processes, and internal controls, ensuring alignment with US GAAP. * Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, including technical accounting areas, footnote disclosures, and audit-related tasks. * Participate in internal and external audits, conducting walkthroughs and managing audit requests related to control narratives and tests. * Provide ad-hoc technical accounting guidance and collaborate with the finance, legal, and operations teams on internal inquiries. * Prepare monthly journal entries and reconciliations related to technical accounting matters. * Stay abreast of emerging accounting standards, evaluate their potential impact on the organization, and ensure timely adoption and disclosure. Why Harmonia Holdings Group? * Growth-Oriented Environment: Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and growing company. * Impactful Role: Play a key role in shaping the technical accounting landscape for a company undergoing organic growth and M&A. * Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid work model offering a blend of remote and office-based work. * Leadership Opportunity: Lead a high-functioning team and collaborate directly with senior management. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Here at Harmonia we are pleased to have been repeatedly recognized for our outstanding work culture, the innovative work we do, and the employees on our team who make a difference each day. Some of these recognitions include:
We recognize that every bit of our success is the result of our teams of hard-working, motivated, and innovative professionals who are proud to call themselves part of the Harmonia family! In addition to competitive compensation, a family-focused culture, and a dynamic, productive work environment, we offer all full-time employees a variety of benefits including, but not limited to
Check out ourLinkedIn,Facebook, andInstagramto find out a little more about who we are and if we are the right next step for your career! Harmonia is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or genetics.Harmonia does and will take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.To perform the above job successfully, an individual must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed; meet the education and work experience required; and must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. Other duties in addition to those listed may be assigned as necessary to meet business needs. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable an applicant with a disability to successfully apply for and/or perform the essential duties of the job. If you are in need of an accommodation, please contactHR@harmonia.com. | |