Sr. Technical Accounting Analyst
TLDR
This role involves assisting with SEC filings and technical accounting research while working closely with cross-functional leaders and improving operational efficiency.
About AvePoint
AvePoint is the global leader in data protection, unifying data security, governance, and resilience to provide a trusted foundation for AI. More than 28,000 customers rely on the AvePoint Confidence Platform to secure, govern, and rapidly recover data across Microsoft, Google, Salesforce, and other cloud environments. With a single platform for lifecycle control, multicloud governance, and rapid recovery paired with clear ownership across the business, we prevent overexposure and sprawl, modernize legacy and fragmented data, and minimize data loss and interruption. Our global partner ecosystem includes approximately 6,000 MSPs, VARs, and SIs, and our solutions are available in over 100 cloud marketplaces. To learn more, visit www.avepoint.com.
At AvePoint, we are committed to investing in our people. Agility, passion and teamwork set us up to do our best work and foster a culture where you are empowered to craft your career, make an impact, and own (y)our future. Unleash the power of you!
Overview:
As the Senior Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting Analyst, you will assist with the preparation of annual and quarterly SEC filings. In addition, this role will be responsible for technical accounting research and documentation.
The ideal candidate has a strong knowledge of US GAAP & SEC reporting and a commitment to high quality financial reporting. Additionally, you will need to have the ability to implement processes to improve operational efficiency, work with cross-functional teams, and prepare disclosure analysis related to accounting issues, all with a strong sense of ownership and urgency. This highly visible role reports to the Global Controller, work in tight coordination with the Technical Accounting Manager and will work closely with managements and senior Finance leaders as well as cross-functional leaders throughout the company.
This role is for someone who values agility, passion and teamwork; those who can bring fresh ideas to the table and want the opportunity to learn, grow, and expand their careers. Bring your aptitude and build upon what you do best for our customers, partners, team, and you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Core participation in the quarterly and annual filings with the SEC (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K and others), completing SEC and GAAP checklists, review and tag the financial information in the eXtensible Business Reporting Language (“XBRL”) format for required SEC filings
- Participate in the preparation of quarterly press releases, scripts for quarterly earnings call, annual proxy statements, and other documents filed with the SEC and/or other regulatory agencies
- Partner on the research and implementation of new accounting pronouncements and SEC rules and provide technical accounting support to the organization. Researching technical accounting issues and evaluating the disclosure impact related to transaction specific topics, such as revenue recognition, acquisitions, investments, restructuring, stock-based compensation, earnings per-share and segment reporting
- Assist with common stock reconciliations and calculation of basic and diluted earnings per-share
- Address and resolve questions / concerns raised by the external auditors. Prepare audit schedules and memos and respond to auditors’ inquiries
- Collaborate with Investor Relations, Legal, Treasury, Taxes, and the business units to ensure consistent and accurate reporting of results and messaging to external stakeholders
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s and above degree in accounting
- CPA a must
- Proficient knowledge of U.S. GAAP a must, knowledge of IFRS a plus
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, with a mix of Big 4 accounting
- Strong technical knowledge of SEC accounting and reporting requirements
- Experience with complex accounting research and technical accounting memo writing. Ability to evaluate whether specific accounting and disclosure requirement apply to the Company
- Technology industry experience preferred
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic-thinking skills with a forward-looking focus
- Strong interpersonal skills and able to frequently adjust priorities and help the team out wherever needed
- Excellent time-management and organizational skills with experience in working toward tight deadlines
- NetSuite/ERP experience is a plus
The Salary Range for this role is $100,000 - $120,000. At AvePoint, we strive to offer competitive, fair, and equitable total rewards. The listed salary range represents a good faith estimate, with final offers based on location, experience, skills, and qualifications. The listed range reflects base salary only; our total rewards include base salary, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, unlimited PTO), and depending on the role, bonuses, commissions, or equity (RSUs). We welcome compensation discussions—apply even if your expectations fall outside the range.
Any personal data you share with us during the application process will be processed strictly in compliance with applicable data protection laws and our Privacy Notice.
Any personal data you share with us during the application process will be processed strictly in compliance with applicable data protection laws and our Privacy Notice.
AvePoint is a leader in data management and governance, providing essential solutions to over 21,000 customers for modernizing their digital workplaces across platforms like Microsoft, Google, and Salesforce. Their extensive expertise in infrastructure management and advanced SaaS tools makes them a go-to partner for organizations looking to enhance collaboration and data protection.