Ryan Specialty
Ryan Specialty is hiring: Technical Accounting Manager in Chicago
Ryan Specialty, Chicago, IL, United States
Position Summary
The Technical Accounting Manager will be a core member of our Controllership team and will be primarily focused on Technical Accounting matters, specifically focused on business combinations and capital market transactions. This role will report to the Director of Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting. The position requires a high level of collaboration, working cross-functionally with M&A, Legal, Tax, Treasury, FP&A, and external partners. This position also works closely with the Controllership Accounting and Reporting team.
What will your job entail?
Essential Functions:
Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.
How We Support Our Teammates
Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.
The target salary range for this position is $107,600.00 - $141,225.00 annually.
The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/.
We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at HR@Ryansg.com
The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The Technical Accounting Manager will be a core member of our Controllership team and will be primarily focused on Technical Accounting matters, specifically focused on business combinations and capital market transactions. This role will report to the Director of Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting. The position requires a high level of collaboration, working cross-functionally with M&A, Legal, Tax, Treasury, FP&A, and external partners. This position also works closely with the Controllership Accounting and Reporting team.
What will your job entail?
Essential Functions:
- Read and analyze purchase agreements for accounting implications, including contingent consideration, compensation arrangements, working capital, etc.
- Research and document complex accounting transactions, including M&A, equity-based compensation, debt and/or equity offerings, leases, etc.
- Assist in maintaining the company's accounting policy library, including running our annual accounting policy refresh project
- Lead the examination and implementation efforts for significant new accounting pronouncements, including ongoing communication and collaboration with other stakeholders
- Liaise with the SEC Reporting and Legal departments to provide input for external filings
- Coordinate with external valuation specialists on valuations related to business combinations and equity-based compensation
- Prepare quarterly pro forma disclosures for external reporting
- Contribute to the annual assessments, including goodwill impairment and going concern analysis
- Execute key controls over accounting and financial reporting to ensure SOX compliance
- Coordinate with external auditors during the audit and review processes, addressing technical accounting issues and providing necessary documentation, as required
- Assist with special projects and transactions as assigned
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting required, Master's degree a plus
- CPA required
- 6+ years of professional experience in accounting
- Extensive knowledge of ASC 805, Business Combinations
- Experience with ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers and ASC 810, Consolidation
- Big 4 accounting advisory, or similar, experience preferred
- In-depth understanding of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and SEC disclosure and reporting requirements
- Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Analytical mindset with a strong desire to learn and conduct research
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and internal/external partners
Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.
How We Support Our Teammates
Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.
The target salary range for this position is $107,600.00 - $141,225.00 annually.
The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/.
We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at HR@Ryansg.com
The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.