Director, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting

Company: Gogo Business Aviation LLC
Location: Broomfield
Posted on: April 1, 2021

Job Description:

Director, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting Accounting Broomfield, Colorado Chicago, Illinois The Gogo Business Aviation Director, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting, working closely with the Corporate Controller, will be responsible for the determination, development and application of company accounting policies; identification, research and resolution of technical accounting issues; and the preparation and review of the company's quarterly, annual and other SEC filings. This role will work collaboratively with the Accounting, FP&A and Legal teams, business unit and functional department personnel, and the company's auditors, and will also interact with and make periodic presentations to senior management and the Audit Committee. COME ON BOARD THE GOGO BUSINESS AVIATION ACCOUNTING TEAM! How will you make a difference?

• Expert knowledge and experience in the application of U.S. GAAP, with special skill in revenue recognition
• Develop and maintain relevant accounting policies and effectively communicate approved policies and procedures throughout the company
• Prepare, review and/or otherwise oversee the preparation of memorandums to document the company's application of GAAP; perform technical accounting research and write white papers on complex accounting transactions including contracts with customers, unique vendor arrangements, marketing agreements, debt offerings, and accounting for new product offerings
• Ability to understand and interpret contract terms and other business matters and translate them into the appropriate application of U.S. GAAP; support the revenue team by interpreting and developing models for new multi-element arrangements
• Research new FASB accounting pronouncements and related SEC regulations, determine implications and develop implementation strategy, rollout and training as needed
• Identify and assess new risk areas that arise as a result of major projects or process changes; advise business owners to ensure appropriate application of GAAP is in place prior to implementing business changes or the effective date of changes in U.S. GAAP
• Monitor and ensure timely identification of evolving accounting guidance and potential impacts on the company; provide interpretation and document issues in a clear, logical and comprehensive manner
• Train key stakeholders, including Accounting department staff, FP&A, Tax and Treasury departments on technical accounting issues so that these departments are effective at providing accurate, informative and compliant financial information
• Responsible for the preparation and coordination of SEC 10-Q/K filings, including financial statements, footnotes and MD&A
• Maintain internal controls for reporting processes and SEC filings
• Research potential impact of new accounting and SEC standards on financial statements and disclosures Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • Master's in Accounting or MBA also preferred
  • CPA certification required
  • 10+ years of relevant, progressive work experience; a combination of public accounting and industry experience preferred
  • This position can be located in Broomfield, CO or Chicago, IL Required Skills, Talents & Experience
    • Excellent technical accounting research skills; experience in researching, developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures
    • Proficient in applying generally accepted accounting principles & related SEC reporting requirements
    • Experience and proficiency in working through accounting issues and the application of new pronouncements with the auditors, including appropriately pressing for and defending, within GAAP, the company's position
    • Experience preparing SEC 10-Q and 10-K filings, including applying GAAP and SEC requirements and drafting financial statements, footnotes and MD&A
    • Ability to work in an organized, detailed manner under tight deadlines
    • Internal customer service focus including both delivering on requests and anticipating them
    • Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, including the ability to critically think and present new or creative solutions; creative thinking is a must, as the role is strategic as much as it is technical
    • Strong communication skills (both written and verbal); must have the ability to listen intently and adapt communication style and convey thoughts to a wide range of audiences; ability to communicate accounting interpretations to management--
    • Solid people skills are a must as the role requires working collaboratively with various stakeholders and explaining counterintuitive accounting guidance Compensation: $147,000 - $184,000 Target Annual Incentive: 20% of base compensation Benefits: Gogo offers competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage with plans that can fit each employee's needs. We offer an immediate vesting 401k plan, paid time off and volunteer time off. Employees have the option to participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at www.gogoair.com/careers . Gogo is the leading global provider of network and broadband connectivity products and services for the business aviation market. We offer a customizable suite of smart cabin systems for highly integrated connectivity, inflight entertainment and voice solutions. Gogo's products and services are installed on thousands of business aircraft of all sizes and mission types from turboprops to the largest global jets, and are utilized by the largest fractional ownership operators, charter operators, corporate flight departments and individuals. There are nearly 1,700 business aircraft currently flying with Gogo's AVANCE L5 or L3 installed. As of third quarter earnings reported on Sept. 30, 2020, Gogo had more than 10,000 connected aircraft, comprised of 5,577 aircraft flying with its air-to-ground (ATG) systems onboard, and 4,737 aircraft with satellite connectivity installed. Connect with us at business.gogoair.com . Gogo---is an equal opportunity employer and works in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept regarding Equal Employment opportunity.--Qualified candidates will be--considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, medical condition or disability. The EEO is the law and is available-- here . You have been redirected to a Gogo Business Aviation LLC job page

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