Technical Accounting Manager

Location: Columbus, Ohio – Arena District; hybrid schedule with 3 days per week in the office. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Salary: $113,500–$170,300 per year

Company

hirify.global is a public utility providing essential services to customers 24/7.

What you will do

• Analyze complex transactions, new accounting standards, and financial reporting requirements across the organization.
• Research and document accounting positions, prepare technical accounting position papers, and maintain accounting policies.
• Assess emerging FASB and SEC guidance and communicate potential impacts through presentations and leadership briefings.
• Review monthly and quarterly journal entries and controller’s letters related to incentive compensation, pensions, postretirement benefits, AFUDC, and other technical matters.
• Partner with FP&A, legal, treasury, regulatory, IT, tax, and other stakeholders on GAAP recognition timing and capitalization assessments.
• Supervise and develop staff, lead projects, conduct training, and share regulated-utility accounting practices through industry committees.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related subject.
• At least six years of relevant accounting and financial reporting experience, including supervisory experience.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including US GAAP, FASB standards, SEC reporting, leases, pensions, postretirement benefits, treasury activities, equity-based compensation, restructurings, goodwill impairment, contingencies, and impairments.
• Ability to lead projects and staff, coordinate cross-functional activities, manage complex issues, and prioritize multiple assignments.
• Strong written, presentation, and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• CPA certification required upon hire; legal authorization to work in the United States required without current or future employer sponsorship.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative workplace that values inclusion, open dialogue, and different perspectives.
• Support for veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Employees may support emergency response efforts during storms or other events, including work outside normal hours or typical responsibilities.
• Safety is a core value, with employees expected to follow safety requirements and report hazards.