Technical Accounting Manager

Motorola Solutions•Washington, DC

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future. The position is part of the Corporate Controller’s organization and reports to the Assistant Corporate Controller. The Assistant Controller is responsible for external financial reporting, technical accounting and GAAP compliance, corporate consolidations, accounting and reporting for corporate functions, compliance with SOX and internal controls over financial reporting. The organization consists of approximately 7 direct reports and a number of indirect reports around the world. This role will be on a hybrid schedule based out of our Chicago office, applicants should expect to be in office one time per week

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance with 6+ years of experience in Accounting or Finance
1+ year(s) of experience in Technical Accounting, Financial Reporting and Accounting Research
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required.
Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (or equivalent) preferred
Strong background in accounting research and issue resolution
Technical accounting skills, including sound understanding of revenue recognition and lease accounting literature
Significant public accounting experience, Big Four experience preferred

Responsibilities

Decision maker for accounting issues impacting the business worldwide
Close involvement in the accounting aspects of acquisitions, divestitures, restructuring and capital market transactions
Lead the finance due diligence associated with potential acquisitions and divestitures
Review revenue contracts for compliance with ASC 606 including performance obligations and revenue allocation and provide annual revenue trainings across the organization
Significant interface with senior management, external auditors, legal counsel, treasury, tax, HR and strategy
Anticipates the impact to Motorola Solutions of proposed business models, strategic initiatives and compliance/regulatory changes, including the impact to financial forecasts, financial IT systems, and financial processes and controls
Manages relationship with the external auditor, interfaces with SEC on matters of interest, transaction structuring with external counsel and investment bankers
Prepares comment letters on proposed U.S. and International accounting standards
Lead the Company’s efforts to adopt new accounting standards