Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting

Cornerstone Building Brands

. Research and interpret accounting literature (U.S.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeRemote • Cary • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $80,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research and interpret accounting literature (U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations) to support appropriate accounting treatment for complex transactions.
Lead or support the implementation of new accounting standards.
Assist in the preparation of technical accounting memos and whitepapers.
Provide technical accounting guidance on M&A transactions, debt and equity financing, leases, revenue recognition, and other non-routine transactions.
Collaborate with external auditors and facilitate the audit process for areas requiring technical expertise.
Monitor and communicate changes in accounting standards and evaluate their impact on the organization.
Assist in developing and maintaining accounting policies and procedures.
Provide training and support to the broader accounting team on technical topics.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
3+ years of relevant experience, including public accounting (Big 4 or national firm preferred) and/or industry experience in a technical accounting role.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
Demonstrated experience preparing technical accounting memos and implementing new accounting standards.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Experience with accounting in a public company or within a high-growth organization preferred.
Proficiency with ERP systems and financial reporting tools preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision benefits starting day 1
401k
PTO
paid holidays
FSA
life insurance
LTD
STD
training
professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

U.S. GAAPSEC regulationstechnical accounting memosM&A transactionsdebt financingequity financingleasesrevenue recognitionaccounting policiesaccounting procedures

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsindependent workcollaborative workattention to detailorganizational skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in FinanceCPA