Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting & Policy

Who We Are Authentic is a unified platform that integrates M&A, brand strategy, creativity and digital innovation to unlock the power of its global Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolio. As the world's largest sports and entertainment licensing company, Authentic connects strong brands with best-in-class partners to optimize long-term value in the marketplace. Its brands generate more than $32 billion in global annual retail sales and have an expansive retail footprint in more than 150 countries, including 13,000-plus freestanding stores and shop-in-shops and 400,000 points of sale. Authentic transforms brands by delivering powerful storytelling, compelling content, innovative business models and immersive experiences. It creates original marketing strategies to drive the success of its brands across all consumer touchpoints, platforms and emerging mediaWhy Authentic You'll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we're saying is, this isn't your average day job. If you're hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let's chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.What You'll DoAuthentic is in the process of building a team to oversee all matters pertaining to the Company's technical accounting. The Senior Accountant of Technical accounting will report to the Senior Manager of Technical accounting and will serve as a subject matter expert on complex accounting issues, including business combinations, revenue recognition, debt, lease accounting, stock-based compensation, and other areas of U.S. GAAP. This role will be responsible for analyzing complex transactions and developing and maintaining the Company's accounting policies and procedures. What you'll be working onConduct technical accounting research related to new andor proposed transactionsEvaluate changes to Accounting Standards Codifications (ASC), SEC regulations and regulatory reporting requirements, and communicate impact on the company's financial reportingFor M&A transactions, assist in evaluating the related purchase accounting, integration of acquired entities and assessment of valuation modelsProactively collaborate cross-functionally to ensure that accounting impacts of significant and unusual transactions are communicated timely and accounted for properlyAssist with various requests from external auditors to drive timely closure of technical accounting mattersAssist in the month-end close processes as it pertains to complexnonrecurring transactionsWork closely with finance, treasury, tax, legal and other departments to address technical accounting issues that impact various aspects of the business.Aid in the preparation of technical accounting memos and white papers to document the company's positions on complex accounting mattersCollaborate with external valuation experts regarding recurring 409A valuations and valuations of acquired businesses, goodwill and trademarks; assist with the annual impairment testing on goodwill and indefinite useful life intangibles Draft andor update accounting policies; assist in ensuring company-wide compliance with policiesPerform various ad hoc projects as requestedMust Haves:Minimum of 4 years of accounting experienceMinimum of 2 years "big four" public accounting experienceBachelor's degree in accounting; master's degree preferred but not requiredCPA requiredKnowledge of FASB and SEC requirements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and accounting best practicesExcellent oral and written communication skills; ability to tailor communication of technical concepts to various audiencesLicensing experience preferred but not requiredBusiness combination experience preferred but not requiredHigh attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitaskPrimary Location Salary Range:$100,000 - $140,00Authentic is an equal-opportunity employer and we value and embrace the diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. 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Created: 2025-02-18