Technical Accounting Senior Manager

At CooperCompanies (Nasdaq: COO), you have the opportunity to be part of a company that helps people experience life's beautiful moments. Our 15,000+ employees across 130+ countries are united by our values: dedicated, innovative, friendly, partners, and do the right thing. We operate through two business units: CooperVision, a trusted leader in the contact lens industry, focused on helping improve the way people see each day, and CooperSurgical, a leader in fertility and women's health committed to improving the health and well-being of women, babies, and families. Together, we make a positive impact by prioritizing transparency, accountability, and integrity. Learn more at www.coopercos.com .

- This role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and ongoing basis without the need for future sponsorship (i.e., H1B, STEM OPT extensions, TN, etc.)
- This position requires full-time onsite work (5 days per week) in Victor, NY and is not eligible for relocation assistance

Job Summary:
The Technical Accounting Senior Manager leads the evaluation and resolution of complex accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory matters across the organization. This role serves as a trusted advisor to Finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, providing technical accounting guidance on significant transactions, strategic initiatives, and emerging business activities. The position is responsible for developing and documenting accounting conclusions, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements, and leading discussions with external auditors on complex accounting issues and significant judgments. The role also supports the advancement of accounting policies, governance, and reporting processes to enable accurate, compliant, and scalable financial reporting.

What you will bring:

Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- 10-15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant experience in Big 4 public accounting and/or technical accounting advisory, combined with experience in a publicly traded multinational company.
- Experience working through ambiguity to communicate clear accounting positions and operational solutions required
- Prior experience in a manufacturing environment or medical device industry is preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in researching and documenting new accounting guidance and the accounting treatment of issues
- Comprehensive and current understanding of US GAAP, including recently issued accounting pronouncements and SEC reporting principles and regulations
- Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley and internal control frameworks
- Exceptional communication skills, including technical report writing and the ability to effectively present information to various levels of an organization
- Excellent interpersonal and project management skills with ability to work effectively with multiple functional areas and collaborate with people with a diverse set of talents and perspectives
- Highly proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of Workiva, FloQast, Dynamics 365, Oracle, and, and Oracle EPM (HFM, Planning, and/or Essbase) a plus
- Proactive problem solver, presents problems and recommendations simultaneously
- Ability to successfully manage multiple projects with competing priorities and tight deadlines
- Ability in exercising sound judgment and working independently with minimal supervision and/or guidance

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience leading technical accounting reviews for acquisitions or strategic transactions.
- Experience with multinational SEC registrants with revenue exceeding $1B.
- Experience presenting technical accounting conclusions to executive leadership and auditors.
- Experience with accounting research databases such as Deloitte Roadmap, PwC Viewpoint, or KPMG Handbook.

Education:

- Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required; higher degrees are preferred
- CPA required

Work Environment:

- Professional office environment
- Willing to work in fast-paced environment
- Prolonged sitting and standing at a desk
- Frequently computers, phones, copiers and fax operate frequently

For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting base pay for this role is between $115,680 and $165,257 per year and may include cost of living adjustments. The actual base pay includes many factors and is subject to change and modification in the future. This position may also be eligible for other types of compensation and benefits.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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