Sr Accountant, Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting

September 10

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Outbrain

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The leading technology platform that drives results by engaging people on the open internet

Digital Advertising • Engagement • AI • Branding • Open Internet

501 - 1000

Description

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, footnote disclosures, and the MD&A for Outbrain’s quarterly and annual filings with the SEC on Forms 10-Q and 10-K • Assist with research and documentation of technical accounting and SEC reporting to ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements. • Manage the lease accounting process under ASC 842, including preparing the lease schedule, reviewing and documenting lease contracts for technical accounting implications, and participating/leading cross-functional stakeholder discussions • Participate in the global accounting close/operations such as preparing journal entries and supporting documentation for technical accounting areas (such as leases) • Assist with the documentation and maintenance of Sarbanes-Oxley (“SOX”) controls for financial statement close and financial reporting processes • Maintain, update and enforce accounting policies (and supporting documentation) with all subsidiaries globally • Collaborate with key stakeholders (such as FP&A, Legal, and R&D) including providing training and education as needed • Provide guidance and fulfill requests from finance stakeholders as needed • Ad hoc tasks and/or special projects on an as-needed basis.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Accounting • Minimum of 4+ years of related experience with at least 2 years of public accounting experience • Knowledge and application of US GAAP and SEC regulations - Must • Experience / exposure to GL / ERP required, NetSuite experience a plus • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office products • Self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving ability who is proactive, resourceful and has a can-do attitude • Experience working on/at US GAAP multi-national public companies • Experience doing technical accounting research, assessing complex accounting issues and building robust support/documentation • Demonstrated history of solving multiple and complex challenges and working collaboratively across different teams and functions. • Detail-oriented with strong interpersonal written and oral communication skills. • Effective time management skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities / deadlines. • CPA (or equivalent) designation a plus • Experience in technology and/or internet advertising industries - advantage • Operational accounting experience in applying complex technical accounting experience practically - advantage

Benefits

• Generous vacation package and unlimited sick days • World-class healthcare options that are partially covered by Outbrain above benchmark (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, 401K Plan with Matching) • Opportunities to join our mentorship program and inclusive • Employee Resource Groups • Full access to LinkedIn Learning and our in-house SmartBrain educational platform • Meet the team with our Global Onboarding Experience • Happy hours, group lunches…and of course a fully stocked kitchen with multiple coffee options!