Sr Analyst, Technical Accounting

We are seeking a Senior Analyst of Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting with expertise in complex technical accounting and revenue recognition to support our financial reporting and compliance functions. This role leads the royalty accounting team (OEM accounting) and project accounting, and will help implement our capitalized software processes. It also prepares and analyzes key accounting areas including revenue and related accounts, capitalized software, leases, and PP&E while ensuring adherence to US GAAP and SEC requirements. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical, communication, and people leadership skills, Big 4 or public accounting experience, and the ability to navigate non-routine transactions in a fast-paced environment. This role sits hybrid in our Denver, CO office.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee royalty accounting for OEM agreements, including contract review, royalty reporting and reconciliations, accruals, and revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606
• Manage and oversee the royalty accountants supporting OEM accounting, including work allocation, review of royalty calculations and journal entries, month-end close deliverables, and coaching and development
• Manage and oversee project accounting for implementation projects, including project setup, cost and revenue tracking, billing and milestone review, forecast-to-actual analysis, and project close-out
• Partner with project managers and FP&A on implementation project financials, contract terms, and reporting
• Help implement capitalized software processes, including defining policies and controls, establishing project tracking and time capture, and coordinating with Engineering and Product on eligible costs
• Prepare and maintain quarterly capitalized software analyses for new products, major upgrades, and enhancements
• Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements and related disclosures
• Identify, research, interpret, and document accounting conclusions on complex and non-routine transactions, including revenue recognition, segment reporting, goodwill and long-lived asset impairment, capitalized software, leases, business combinations, and stock-based compensation
• Review and summarize customer contracts for revenue recognition implications
• Maintain monthly capitalized sales commission analyses and prepare related journal entries
• Support quarterly and annual audits, partnering with internal and external auditors
• Stay current on emerging US GAAP and SEC standards and assess impact to the business
• Support ad hoc and special projects as needed

Basic Qualifications

• 5-6+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Experience in software and/or SaaS industries, including revenue recognition (ASC 606)
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Ability to navigate complex accounting issues and develop clear recommendations
• Strong analytical, communication, and technical writing skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience leading, mentoring, or supervising accountants, with the ability to review work and develop staff
• Experience working within Oracle ERP systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Active CPA license
• Experience with project accounting, royalty or licensing accounting, and implementing or supporting capitalized software (ASC 350-40) processes
• Experience with a Big 4 or regional public accounting firm

About Jeppesen ForeFlight:

Jeppesen ForeFlight is a leading provider of innovative aviation software solutions, serving the Commercial, Business, Military, and General Aviation sectors globally. Combining Jeppesen’s 90-year legacy of accurate aeronautical data with ForeFlight’s expertise in cutting-edge aviation technology, the company delivers an integrated suite of tools designed to enhance safety, improve operational efficiency, and sharpen decision-making.

Why You Should Join (USA):

At Jeppesen ForeFlight, we know you want a rewarding career. To do that, you need challenging projects, a good work environment, and awesome coworkers. We believe in our employees, and we empower them to make a direct impact on our products and services messaging. We strive to provide our team and their loved ones with a world-class benefits experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Our benefits package includes but not limited to the following:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance with Employer paid health premiums
• Open PTO Policy
• 401(k) with up to 10% company matching and immediate vesting
• 12 Weeks Paid Parent Leave
• Flight Training Rewards

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well market and business considerations: Summary Pay Range: $120,000.00-$140,000.00

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