Senior Manager Technical Accounting

Activision Blizzard
United States
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 107,350 - 198,630 annuallyFunction: Finance & AccountingExperience: 8-10 yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Analytical skills","Critical thinking","Collaboration","Communication","Self-motivated"]

Own technical accounting for gaming controllership and the global finance team, with a focus on US GAAP revenue recognition and adoption of new accounting standards. Lead contract reviews and partner with business units, FP&A, and Legal to assess complex transactions and forecast accounting treatment. Support accounting research, training, and quarterly/annual close activities, and contribute to strategic initiatives such as system implementations and M&A due diligence.

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Activision Blizzard
Activision Blizzard
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Senior Manager Technical Accounting

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Job Summary

Own technical accounting for gaming controllership and the global finance team, with a focus on US GAAP revenue recognition and adoption of new accounting standards. Lead contract reviews and partner with business units, FP&A, and Legal to assess complex transactions and forecast accounting treatment. Support accounting research, training, and quarterly/annual close activities, and contribute to strategic initiatives such as system implementations and M&A due diligence.
Location: United States
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Finance & Accounting
Seniority: Manager level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead technical accounting research and documentation for complex transactions, including revenue recognition and unusual/non-recurring items.
  • •Partner with FP&A, Legal, and business units to evaluate new products, contracts, and initiatives for accounting implications and forecasting.
  • •Assess the impact of new accounting pronouncements and support adoption of updated standards and policies.
  • •Provide training to accounting, finance, and business teams on new and existing accounting standards.
  • •Support quarterly and annual close processes and collaborate with revenue and general ledger accounting to ensure accurate policy application.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 107,350 - 198,630 annually
Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVision401kParental Leave

Key Requirements

  • •B.A./B.S. in Accounting.
  • •Minimum 8-10 years of progressive technical accounting experience, including public accounting and industry roles.
  • •Deep knowledge of US GAAP, especially revenue recognition, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance.
  • •CPA required.
  • •Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience managing/analyzing large data sets.
Experience:8-10 yearsPublic accountingIndustry rolesGaming industry
Education:Bachelor's in Accounting
Skills:Analytical skillsCritical thinkingCollaborationCommunicationSelf-motivated
Certifications:CPA
Tech Stack:Microsoft ExcelLookerHyperion

Company Brief

Activision Blizzard
Develops and publishes interactive entertainment content, including video games and connected gaming experiences across console, PC, and mobile platforms. The company is known for major franchises such as Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, Candy Crush, and Diablo.
Industry: Gaming
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Santa Monica, United States
Founded: 2008
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