Medidata Solutions · 1 day ago
Director, Technical Accounting (New York City)
New York, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$129K/yr - $155K/yr
8+ years expMedidata Solutions is a leader in digital solutions for clinical trials, and they are seeking a Director of Technical Accounting to enhance their global Finance and Accounting team. This role is responsible for ensuring financial reporting adheres to IFRS and other authoritative guidance while leading technical accounting research and providing guidance on complex transactions.
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Responsibilities
Lead technical accounting research on new and complex business transactions, including areas such as revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, and financial instruments
Draft and maintain high-quality accounting policy memos detailing the company’s position and rationale for the treatment of significant transactions and new standards
Monitor, interpret, and ensure timely implementation of new rules and regulations, and other authoritative accounting guidance
Develop, update, and maintain comprehensive accounting policy documentation and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance across the organization
Serve as the subject matter expert for technical accounting across the organization, providing training and guidance to the finance team, business units, and executive leadership
Communicate complex technical accounting issues in a clear, concise, and understandable manner to both technical and non-technical audiences
Maintain a knowledge base of current industry practices to ensure best practices are monitored and considered
Facilitate training on various accounting topics as needed
Identify opportunities to improve and streamline accounting processes and internal controls related to technical accounting application and financial reporting
Assist in the preparation of quarterly financial presentations and ad hoc analyses of results
Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors on all technical accounting matters, providing robust documentation and clear explanations of accounting positions
Support the internal audit function by providing technical guidance and helping to assess control design and operating effectiveness related to new accounting policies
Provide leadership, mentorship, and development for team members
Qualification
Required
8+ years' experience in accounting or related fields
Qualified Accountant (CPA required)
Expert knowledge of accounting and reporting standards, IFRS experience a plus
Preferred
8+ years' years of progressive experience in accounting, with a significant focus on technical accounting (public accounting or a mix of public accounting and industry experience is highly preferred)
Background in a big 4 firm, large global public company, or a combination of both
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP or IFRS, COSO, PCAOB Auditing Standards, risk and controls standards, and business process best practices
Extensive and proven experience of evolving and developing processes, controls and systems
Experience managing project work with tight deadlines and working in a fast-paced environment
Strong influencing skills with the ability to build effective partnerships across the organization
Collaborative and can be flexible in his/her approach
Have strong communication (both written and verbal) skills, excellent interpersonal skills, professional gravitas, and presentation skills that foster and build strong relationships with a wide range of different business partners and stakeholders
Operates at the highest level of professionalism and personal integrity
Experience using Workday Finance and/or Salesforce a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental, life and disability insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible paid time off
10 paid holidays per year
Company
Medidata Solutions
Medidata is powering smarter treatments and healthier people through digital solutions to support clinical trials.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20MKey Investors
TFS Trial Form Support
2023-11-06Post Ipo Equity
2020-07-01Post Ipo Equity
2019-06-12Acquired
Leadership Team
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Linda Magrath
Senior Vice President
Paul Chang
Senior Vice President, Design and Experience
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