Technical Accounting Supervisor

FMC Technologies

(Houston, Texas)
Full Time
Job Posting Details
About FMC Technologies
FMC Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: FTI) is a leading global provider of technology solutions for the energy industry. Named by Forbes® Magazine as one of the World's Most Innovative Companies in 2013, the Company has approximately 19,500 employees and operates 30 production facilities in 17 countries. FMC Technologies designs, manufactures and services technologically sophisticated systems and products such as subsea production and processing systems, surface wellhead systems.
Summary
The Technical Accounting Supervisor provides value-adding and timely accounting research and analysis in support of highly technical matters impacting FMC technologies, Inc.
Responsibilities
* Lead the research, diagnostic analysis and implementation coordination efforts of new accounting standards issued by regulators * Prepare and/or review technical accounting memoranda evidencing and supporting the company’s application of US GAAP to specific transactions, events, or contracts * Evaluate anticipated transactions and structures and provide recommendations to meet business and financial needs while complying with US GAAP and regulations * Formulate and update existing company accounting policies and procedures in accordance with U.S. GAAP * Coordinate and effectively communicate accounting matters with various departments throughout the company, including operational reporting and consolidation departments * Identify evolving business practices and their implications on company accounting policies and procedures * Organize and lead accounting training sessions to assist accounting and finance personnel apply company financial standards * Communicate with accounting and finance personnel to provide guidance to ad-hoc accounting and finance inquiries * Support the planning and review of SEC filings and other financial statements (10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, 11-Ks, proxy statements, pension plan financial statements), including timely completion of technical accounting documentation surrounding the company’s financial filings * Perform in a fast-paced environment with significant deadlines * Assist and consult on other company initiatives such as process management and other duties commensurate with technical accounting objectives * Perform other duties and special projects as assigned in a changing and dynamic environment
Ideal Candidate
* Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in accounting ruequired * Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required * 5+ years of financial accounting experience with large public accounting firm and/or corporate/industrial experience * Technical accounting (U.S. GAAP) proficiency * Strong ability to work independently and lead significant projects related to implementation of new accounting standards * Demonstrates leadership qualities, strong work ethic, attention to detail, and excellent organization and project planning skills * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * SEC reporting experience preferred * Flexible to work overtime as required

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