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This role will report directly to the Manager, Technical Accounting and partner closely with leaders across Revenue Accounting, SEC Reporting, Operational Accounting, FP&A, Corporate Development, Product Management, and Legal.\nThe ideal candidate will possess strong U.S. GAAP expertise and strong analytical skills. This role will support technical accounting, complex revenue accounting matters, implementation of new accounting standards, and quarterly and annual financial reporting activities.\nWhat you’ll do\nResearch, analyze, and document accounting conclusions for new and / or complex transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP.\nPrepare technical accounting analyses, memos and position papers supporting key accounting judgments and conclusions.\nAssist with accounting analyses related to revenue recognition, acquisitions, divestitures, segments, software development costs, leases, stock-based compensation, contingencies, restructuring activities, impairment analyses, and other complex accounting matters.\nReview significant customer contracts, new products, new go-to-market activities, strategic initiatives, and business model changes to determine appropriate accounting treatment under ASC 606 and other applicable guidance.\nPartner with the Revenue Accounting team to evaluate complex customer arrangements, revenue recognition matters, principal versus agent assessments, contract modifications, commissions accounting, and other non-routine transactions.\nMonitor and assess the impact of newly issued accounting standards and lead or support implementation projects.\nPrepare and update disclosures included in quarterly and annual SEC filings.\nSupport internal and external audit activities, including preparation of audit support, responding to auditor inquiries, and serving as a key liaison with internal and external auditors regarding technical accounting matters.\nMaintain and periodically update accounting policies, procedures, and technical documentation.\nEvaluate business initiatives, system changes, and process improvements for accounting, financial reporting, and SOX implications.\nPartner with cross-functional teams, including Product, Engineering, Finance, and Business Systems, to identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and implement automation solutions.\nPartner with cross-functional stakeholders across Accounting, FP&A, Product, Legal, Treasury, Tax, and Corporate Development to ensure accounting considerations are identified and addressed early in project lifecycles.\nLeverage technology and AI-enabled tools to improve the efficiency, consistency, and quality of technical accounting analyses and documentation.\nPerform other special projects and responsibilities as assigned.\nLeverage AI-assisted tools to accelerate delivery and improve quality and actively experiment with emerging capabilities as they evolve.\nWork Location & Schedule\nWork Location: Sky tech, Financial District, Hyderabad, India\nWork Schedule:\nThis role supports customers and stakeholders primarily during U.S. business hours.\nExpected working hours are 11:00 AM to 08:00 PM IST, with occasional flexibility required to support collaboration with U.S.-based teams and business needs.\nParticipation in after-hours support rotations and select holiday coverage may be required based on product, region, or business needs. \nWhat you’ll bring\nActive CPA license or equivalent professional accounting certification (CA, ACCA, CPA) required.\n5+ years of relevant public accounting experience and/or industry experience; Big 4 audit experience preferred.\nStrong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.\nExperience performing technical accounting research and preparing accounting position memos/papers supporting complex accounting conclusions.\nExperience with ASC 606 revenue recognition guidance strongly preferred, including evaluating complex contracts and commercial arrangements.\nExperience evaluating accounting implications of business or asset acquisitions, debt arrangements, stock-based compensation, leases, and impairment analyses preferred.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate complex accounting concepts to both finance and non-finance audiences.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.\nDemonstrated attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work product.\nExperience working with ERP and financial reporting systems; Workday, BlackLine, and Hyperion experience preferred.\nAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills required.\nExperience supporting SOX-compliant environments and public company reporting processes preferred.\nSelf-motivated team player with a continuous improvement mindset and a willingness to take ownership of complex accounting matters.\nStay up to date on everything Blackbaud, follow us on Linkedin, X, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube \nBlackbaud powers social impact through purpose-driven technology and responsible AI. Guided by our Intelligence for Good® vision, we’re building a culture where innovation, trust, and human expertise come together to help organizations make a greater difference in the world.\nBlackbaud is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment. 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