Technical Accounting Manager

Nexthink is the leader in digital employee experience management software. The company provides IT leaders with unprecedented insight allowing them to see, diagnose and fix issues at scale impacting employees anywhere, with any application or network, before employees notice the issue. As the first solution to allow IT to progress from reactive problem solving to proactive optimization, Nexthink enables its more than 1,200 customers to provide better digital experiences to more than 15 million employees. Dual headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland and Boston, Massachusetts, Nexthink has 9 offices worldwide.

We are seeking a seasoned accounting professional to build and lead the technical accounting function, reporting directly to the Head of Corporate Accounting. This role will serve as the subject matter expert on complex areas such as revenue recognition, purchase accounting, equity and debt, stock-based compensation, and impairment testing. The ideal candidate will also drive cross-functional initiatives, including M&A, system implementations, and other strategic projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• lead all the technical accounting, revenue accounting, and internal controls.
• Being the subject matter expert in revenue accounting, purchase accounting, pension accounting, stock-based compensation, 409A valuation, equity accounting, debt accounting, goodwill and intangible asset impairment testing, R&D capitalization, and other non-routine and complex transactions; independently research technical accounting topics and prepare whitepapers.
• Lead and drive the enhancement of global accounting policies; collaborate with cross functional teams and business owners to implement new accounting policies and procedures.
• Lead the preparation of US GAAP consolidated financial statements and footnotes.
• Lead operational process audit, on a need basis; drive the enhancement of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (“ICFR”).
• Oversee the revenue accounting close and support other accounting close activities, as needed.
• Support the annual audit of consolidated financial statements under US GAAP and statutory audit of the Switzerland holding company.
• Liaise with the global tax manager to support US GAAP income tax reporting and provision.
• Be the backup for team members, as needed.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and system optimization.
• Assist in ad-hoc projects (e.g. M&A due diligence, M&A integration, system implementation, tax audit, financing, etc.) for the Finance organization as needed.

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• BS/MS in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in a complex global environment.
• At least 3 years of public accounting experience in major accounting firms required.
• Candidates straight out of Big 4 preferred.
• NetSuite (Oracle) experience preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP.
• Thrive in a global fast-paced and dynamic environment, comfortable working with multi-cultural teams in different countries.
• Independent, analytical. And a good problem solver.
• Hands on, detail-oriented, organized, and structured. Can step up to be a reviewer and step in to be a preparer whenever needed.

We are 900+ employees strong in 21 countries across 8 different time zones, speaking 70+ languages. We are positive, we get things done, we keep growing, and we are one team, we are Nexthink. We believe actions are stronger than words regarding diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. Nexthinkers are multinational and multilingual and come from all walks of life. We are committed to hiring a genuinely representative workforce that can create solutions and foster innovation for the modern digital employee experience.

Total Rewards @ Nexthink

At Nexthink, we offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans.  Your total rewards compensation package includes base salary and may also include a commission or performance bonus plan.  We provide our US employees with 100% covered company benefits that consist of health, dental, vision as well as access to life insurance, long-term disability, and accidental death/personal loss coverage. 

In addition, we offer: 

• 🏖️ Flexible Hours and unlimited vacation (employees have unlimited paid time off on top of the 15 days of holidays we offer), 11 company-paid holidays, and 3 extra days for volunteering.
• 🏡 Hybrid work model that balances office and remote work, with structured onboarding to foster connections and team integration.
• 📚 Free access to professional training platforms to explore your interests and enhance your skills.
• 🍼 Up to 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents/primary caregivers, 6 weeks for secondary caregivers.
• 💰 Plan for the future with a 401(k) plan featuring up to 4% company matching contributions, vesting immediately, to grow your retirement savings.
• 📣 Bonuses for referring successful hires after three months of continuous employment.

Base salary ranges are determined by country, role, level, experience, and skills. The range displayed on each job posting reflects Nexthink’s good faith determination of the minimum and maximum targets for new hire salaries across all US locations. Individual pay is determined by related factors, including job skills, experience, and relevant education or training, which may impact a final offer. Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Total Rewards @ Nexthink

At Nexthink, we offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans.  Your total rewards compensation package includes base salary and may also include a commission or performance bonus plan, as well as equity.  We provide our US employees with 100% covered company benefits that consist of health, dental, vision as well as access to life insurance, long-term disability, and accidental death/personal loss coverage. 

In addition, we offer: 

• 🏖️ Flexible Hours and unlimited vacation (employees have unlimited paid time off on top of the 15 days of holidays we offer), 11 company-paid holidays, and 3 extra days for volunteering.
• 🏡 Hybrid work model that balances office and remote work, with structured onboarding to foster connections and team integration.
• 📚 Free access to professional training platforms to explore your interests and enhance your skills.
• 🍼 Up to 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents/primary caregivers, 6 weeks for secondary caregivers.
• 💰 Plan for the future with a 401(k) plan featuring up to 4% company matching contributions, vesting immediately, to grow your retirement savings.
• 📣 Bonuses for referring successful hires after three months of continuous employment.

Base salary ranges are determined by country, role, level, experience, and skills. The range displayed on each job posting reflects Nexthink’s good faith determination of the minimum and maximum targets for new hire salaries across all US locations. Individual pay is determined by related factors, including job skills, experience, and relevant education or training, which may impact a final offer. Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.