Senior Accounting Analyst, Technical Accounting & Policy

Job Description

Description

SAIC has an opening for a Senior Accounting Analyst, Technical Accounting & Policy. This position reports to the Senior Manager of Technical Accounting & Policy within the Office of the Corporate Controller. This position will be responsible for assessing the technical accounting requirements for a variety of complex transactions; implementing new accounting standards; supporting the external reporting process by drafting new footnote disclosures; and ensuring appropriate accounting control procedures are maintained for all relevant process areas. This role may be remote for the right candidate, anywhere in the US.

 Responsibilities:

• Evaluate revenue contracts entered into by SAIC and research the relevant US GAAP accounting guidance to determine the appropriate accounting treatment 
• Perform technical accounting research on significant and unique transactions entered into by SAIC (including acquisitions & divestitures, investments in equity securities, joint ventures, debt financings and modifications, derivative transactions, restructuring activities, stock compensation arrangements, lease accounting, capitalized software, etc.), and assist in the preparation of accounting memoranda and executive summaries documenting the accounting impact and conclusions
• Provide technical accounting support and analysis to SAIC’s business group controllers and the finance leads to key corporate functions (Human Resources, Treasury, IT, Real Estate, etc.)
• Review and analyze new accounting pronouncements to determine the impact on SAIC and, when applicable, assist with the implementation of new standards
• Prepare 10Q/10K footnote disclosures for certain complex accounting areas 
• Perform tie-out procedures for certain footnote disclosures
• Assist in the drafting of new/updated global accounting policies 
• Maintain and monitor department compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures
• Provide analysis and support to SAIC's external auditors
• Other special projects, as assigned

Qualifications

Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of accounting experience, or a master's degree and 1+ year of experience
• 2+ years of Big 4 public accounting (audit) experience
• CPA or in the process of obtaining
• A strong interest in performing technical accounting research over a broad range of topics. Able to navigate and interpret the relevant authoritative literature and evaluate and recommend solutions
• Familiarity with US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements in the areas of revenue recognition, lease accounting, stock-based compensation, goodwill impairment assessments, segment reporting, hedge accounting and business combinations
• Exceptional communication skills (written and oral) and a demonstrated ability to prepare organized work paper files
• A proven ability to deliver on commitments and deadlines
• Unquestioned personal integrity
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Strong multi-tasking skills and flexibility to switch from one project to the next
• Government contracting experience a plus
• Must be a US Citizen

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.4 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.