Senior Manager, Technical Accounting and Reporting

TITLE: Senior Manager, Technical Accounting and Reporting
DEPARTMENT: Finance

REPORTING TO:  Director, Assistant Controller

OFFICE LOCATION: Madrid, Spain

ROLE TYPE: Hybrid

Overview of the Team 

This position is on the Accounting team, which has individuals located in the United States (“U.S.”), Madrid, Spain and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.  The role reports into the Assistant Controller who is located in the United States and this individual lead the audit and reporting process for the consolidated financials and the statutory financial statements across the world.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Senior Manager, Technical Accounting and Reporting, to lead our global audit and reporting processes. You will manage the end-to-end consolidated audit, coordinate approximately 23 statutory audits across multiple jurisdictions, and guide accounting policy as we scale our SaaS operations.

This high-impact role offers visibility across senior leadership and close partnership with our external Big Four audit firm. You’ll play a critical role in shaping the technical accounting foundation for our next phase of growth.

The Senior Manager, Technical Accounting and Reporting will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Support the preparation and review of IPC’s consolidated financial statements, including annual audited reports and quarterly lender deliverables.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency with U.S. GAAP, with attention to SaaS-specific disclosures such as recurring revenue streams, deferred revenue, and contract costs.
• Serve as a key liaison to IPC’s Big Four audit partner and regional audit firms, managing timelines, audit schedules, supporting documentation, and technical queries for both the consolidated U.S. audit and ~23 international statutory audits.
• Compile, review, and enhance financial statements and related footnotes, ensuring technical accuracy and alignment with evolving business operations—particularly those tied to SaaS subscription models, software delivery, and cloud infrastructure.
• Provide guidance and analysis on complex accounting issues, such as:
  • Revenue recognition (ASC 606) for SaaS contracts
  • Capitalization of software development costs
  • Stock-based compensation (ASC 718)
  • Business combinations, debt modifications, and purchase accounting
  • Lease accounting (ASC 842) for hybrid work and global offices
• Monitor new U.S. GAAP pronouncements and assess implications for a cloud-based business.
• Draft and update accounting policies to reflect changes in revenue strategy, product bundling, and international expansion.
• Ensure internal controls over financial reporting are designed, documented, and operating effectively.
• Work closely with compliance, operations, and regional teams to address evolving control needs as IPC scales its SaaS infrastructure.
• Participate in ad hoc and high-impact projects, including M&A activity, finance systems upgrades, process automation, and IPO-readiness initiatives aligned with IPC’s SaaS transformation.

How You Will Make an Impact: 

As IPC evolves into a global SaaS-driven fintech company, this role is vital to maintaining the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of our financial reporting. You will lead global audit coordination, ensure timely filing of financial statements with lenders and regulatory bodies, and support the adoption of new technical accounting standards. Acting as a key advisor on complex accounting issues—such as recurring revenue, cloud-based offerings, and SaaS-related policy—you’ll help drive IPC’s transformation into a scalable, modern finance organization while safeguarding our external reporting obligations.

Essential Skills and Experience to be Successful in this Role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience, including time in public accounting (Big Four preferred) and/or a multinational company
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience with complex technical topics such as:
  • Revenue recognition (ASC 606)
  • Lease accounting (ASC 842)
  • Stock-based compensation (ASC 718)
  • Business combinations and debt modifications
• Proven experience preparing and reviewing consolidated financial statements and leading global audit processes
• Familiarity with SaaS and recurring revenue models, including accounting for cloud-based and subscription services
• Understanding of internal control frameworks and experience supporting SOX compliance
• Proficiency in ERP and reporting systems (e.g., Oracle, Workday, NetSuite, BlackLine, FloQast); strong Excel skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to interpret and apply evolving accounting standards
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally across FP&A, Legal, Product, and global finance teams
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth, and globally distributed environment

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or international equivalent (e.g., ACA, CA)
• 7+ years of progressive experience in public accounting and/or with a multinational company; Big Four background strongly preferred
• Prior exposure to SaaS, fintech, or technology-driven business models, including recurring revenue accounting and cloud-based services
• Proven ability to conduct independent technical research, draft accounting memos, and analyze the impact of new accounting or regulatory pronouncements on financial statements and disclosures
• Experience in internal control execution and documentation, with working knowledge of SOX frameworks
• Comfortable preparing and reviewing multi-entity, multi-currency financials and managing complex global statutory audits
• Strong command of S. GAAP and practical application of key standards (ASC 606, 842, 718, 805, 350-40, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to work with and influence senior leadership, presenting complex technical matters in a business-friendly way
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with attention to detail and clarity in policy development and audit support
• Highly organized and self-motivated, with the ability to own and drive cross-functional projects through to completion
• Proven multi-tasking ability in a fast-paced, change-oriented environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization, from staff to executive leadership
• Experience with IPO readiness, M&A due diligence, or finance transformation initiatives is a plus
• Proficiency in ERP and financial reporting systems (e.g., Oracle, NetSuite, Workday, BlackLine, FloQast); advanced Excel skills required

What’s in It for You?

At IPC, your compensation is only part of the package. We are committed to investing in a range of programs and initiatives to improve the overall experience of our employees.

In addition to a collaborative, high-performing team environment, we’re pleased to offer benefits including:   

• Competitive Base Salaries
• Benefits Package:
  • Private Enhanced Health Insurance
  • Pluxee Restaurant Pass
  • Pluxee Transport Pass (only for Hybrid positions)
• Additional Benefits:
  • Access to Flexible Retribution Scheme
  • Additional Time off for Charity Work and Volunteering
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Certification Bonus Program
  • Access to “IPC University” (our Internal E-Learning Platform)
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning
  • Access to Babbel+ Platform and Local Language Training Program
  • Wellness Program (including access to Modern Health Platform)
  • Employee Referral Scheme

Further information about your benefits will be provided during your onboarding process.

Additional Information:

At IPC, we believe that hybrid working creates an inclusive, flexible environment where employees can perform at their best, and teams can collaborate, innovate, and celebrate successes together. We spend around 60% of our time in the office and around 40% of our time working remotely. Some employees may be required to work from the office or client sites more than 60% of the time, if required by their role and/or client needs.

Your precise work schedule will be determined by you and your Line Manager before commencement of employment with IPC.

You can explore more about our culture, offerings and commitment on www.ipc.com/careers/ and www.ipc.com/about-us/about-ipc/.

IPC’s Work Culture:

The IPC work culture is one that fosters inclusion, prioritizes innovation, and maximizes potential. We are a global ecosystem, full of diverse people that together made IPC what it is today.

Our strength as an organization is the sum of our different backgrounds, perspectives, skills and geographies; supported by an ironclad commitment to constructive dialogue and open-mindedness.

We live and breathe our commitment to innovation by embracing bold ideas, seizing new opportunities and striving for excellence. Our people have continued to deliver ground-breaking solutions to our clients for over 50 years.