Director, Technical Accounting

As the technology firm that created the mobile world and a rich history of 145 years of building ground-breaking solutions and innovative technologies supported by 60,000+ patents, Ericsson has made it our business to make a mark. When joining our team at Ericsson you are empowered to learn, lead and perform at your best, shaping the future of technology. This is a place where you are welcomed as your own perfectly unique self, and celebrated for the skills, talent, and perspective you bring to the team.

Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions (BEWS) is the group responsible for leading Ericsson’s Enterprise Networking and Security business. Our growing product portfolio spans across wide area networks, local area networks and enterprise security. We are the #1 global market leader in Wireless-WAN based enterprise connectivity solutions and are growing fast in enterprise Private 5G networks and Secure Access Services Edge (SASE) solutions.

How Will You Contribute to the Company?

The Director, Technical Accounting plays a critical role in achieving our overall goal of delivering world-class financial reporting. This highly visible role frequently interacts with executive management as part of managing all external financial reporting processes. You will engage with the business to provide revenue recognition compliant solutions including oversight of large contract review, non-standard sales deals, evaluation and development of new product contract structure and supporting the development of reporting solutions for our internal stakeholders. This role requires both technical accounting and strong interpersonal skills to partner closely with Revenue Operations, IT, FP&A, Legal, External Reporting, Sales and other teams across the company.

What Will You Do?

Responsible for all technical accounting, including research and preparation of technical accounting memos

Responsible for maintaining global accounting policies; advising on operational or financial changes arising from new IFRS/GAAP rules

Partner with Sales, Sales Operations, Order Management and Legal during contract negotiations and provide suggestions and assistance in revenue recognition optimization

Perform contract reviews to determine the appropriate accounting treatment and document conclusions

Manage system automation and implementation projects

Assist with the evaluation and assessment of design and operating effectiveness of the internal control environment over technical accounting and financial reporting

Ensure a strong accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets and improve operational efficiencies to ensure adherence to company policy and SOX 404 regulations

Assist with month-end close deliverables and fluctuation analyses

Assist with audit requests

Develop training material and provide ongoing training to cross-functional organizations such as Sales, Sales Operations, Order Management, Legal, Professional Services, Customer Support, Business Development and Engineering on revenue related matters

Assist with or lead ad-hoc reporting requests and projects as needed

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Ten (10+) years of progressive global company environment experience and/or public accounting experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Ability to communicate professionally, clearly, and effectively with executive leaders

Has the hands-on experience with excellent technical expertise to help execute the company’s vision and strategy

Ability to think strategically and plan effectively

Proven knowledge of current US GAAP and IFRS

Highest standards of accuracy and precision; detail-oriented

Demonstrated track record in partnering across functions and levels of management to drive success

Bonus Points:

Big 4 experience

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Why Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions?

At Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions, we are one team - all in on inclusion. Celebrating the uniqueness of our individual team members across the globe helps us build diverse teams where we all can thrive. Our connected, community-focused culture enables each one of us to perform at our best and fully be ourselves.

Our values drive everything we do:

Respect: we don't point a finger; we lend a hand.

Integrity: we do the right thing, even when it is hard; we make fact-based decisions.

Perseverance: we accept and embrace change; we have a passion to win!

Professionalism: we hold each other accountable.

We are creating the future of global connectivity and community. Come join us. You belong here.

Compensation & Benefits at Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions

At Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to help with your individual needs and goals.

Your Pay:

The salary range for this position is listed below. The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

$131,950.00 - $245,050.00

Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus and a cash-based long-term incentive. These variable pay opportunities are dependent upon the attainment of goals and objectives as determined by our Senior Leadership team. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.

Your Health:

Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers excellent, competitive employee benefits, such as: subsidized, nationwide PPO medical benefit options including a low-deductible Point of Service Plan and a qualifying High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), with a generous company-provided HSA contribution. For California employees, we offer a subsidized HMO option through Kaiser. Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions also offers subsidized dental and vision coverage.

Your Financial Security:

Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions invests in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. Our 401(k) plan has a 4% company match and immediate vesting. Employees will also receive company-paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance and company-paid disability benefits.

Your Time:

Your work-life balance is important to us. Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions provides generous paid time off, including: 15 days of Flexible Time Off (FTO), four paid quarterly well-being days, and 11 paid annual holidays (includes nine company holidays and up to two floating holidays). Please note that an employee’s FTO balance and floating holidays may be prorated in the first year, based on start date. We also offer paid maternity-leave benefits and six weeks 100% paid family leave for all employees.

Additional Benefits:

Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers other company-paid benefits such as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace mobile therapy, and volunteer paid time off.

Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions’ Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging mission is to create an inclusive work environment where all employees’ differences are celebrated, their thoughts matter, and everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves to work. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aim to attract, develop, and engage top talent from a diverse candidate pool. It is our policy and commitment to provide equal opportunity employment for all persons and not discriminate in employment decisions by placing the most qualified person in each job, without regard to any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Please note: Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions employees.

The deadline to apply to this role is listed below.08 / 16 / 2024

Note: this date may be updated based on any extensions to the job posting.

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