Director, Technical Accounting

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA : Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

SPA has an immediate need for a Director of Technical Accounting.

Responsibilities

Expected Contributions and Responsibilities

Technical Accounting Leadership :

• Lead the technical accounting function, ensuring compliance with GAAP, SEC rules, and industry best practices
• Research and interpret complex accounting issues, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and other applicable standards, including implementation of any new applicable standards
• Provide guidance, documentation, and maintenance of technical accounting matters as well as critical accounting policies (., revenue recognition, lease accounting, business combinations, segments, capitalized software, stock compensation, goodwill, and other topics) including conducting regular reviews and updates of accounting policies and procedures to ensure they reflect current regulations
• Communicate complex accounting concepts and findings to senior management and other stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
• Coordinate throughout the organization to ensure compliance with accounting policies for new contracts and business arrangements
• Assist with acquisitions due diligence and integrations of acquired businesses
• Provide training and support to finance and accounting teams on technical accounting issues and updates
• Assist with special projects as needed and other duties as assigned

Reporting and IPO readiness :

External Audit and Compliance :

Qualifications

Specific Candidate Profile

Experience and Education

Knowledge and Attributes

SPA is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is, and will continue to be, the policy of the company to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability or genetics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.