Perform technical accounting research and prepare position memos on new and complex transactions, including business combinations and divestitures, consolidation and variable interest entities, segment reporting, impairment, leases, contingencies, equity method investments, share-based compensation, going concern, significance testing, and statement of cash flows presentation. The ideal candidate has a strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements, is extremely organized and detail oriented, communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences, is willing to roll up their sleeves during peak reporting periods, and is full of ideas for using technology and process improvements to make the close and reporting cycle more efficient, timely, and accurate.