Principal Technical Accountant

Job SummaryJoin a very collaborative growing technical accounting team leading revenue recognition and monthly close, financial reporting, technical accounting research and memos, coordination with auditors, and other ad-hoc technical accounting projects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with public accounting or public company experience to be in the driver seat of your career and allow you to take on more opportunities to foster that growth!Job Responsibilities• Revenue Recognition and Monthly Close:• Oversee and assist in month-end close activities including journal entries, account reconciliations and management reporting.• Develop, maintain, and operationalize revenue accounting policies and processes.• Oversight of over-time and point in time revenue recognition evaluation in accordance with Company policies and ASC 606. Document ASC 606 determinations for complex orders.• Interface with Program Finance, Order Management, Contracts and Sales personnel in reviewing revenue contracts to ensure proper revenue determination in adherence to Mercury's policies and ASC 606.• Perform review quarterly revenue related controls, including revenue sampling, testing of cost inputs and program fluctuation analysis.• Support external auditors on annual financial audits and quarterly financial reviews.• Identify and drive process improvement initiatives including automation and data analytics in creating efficiencies for our revenue processes and optimizing close timelines.• Financial Reporting• Assist in review of prepared consolidated financial statements, footnote disclosures and documentation for SEC filings, including but not limited to 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, proxy statements and the annual report.• Review data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting policies and procedures.• Gathers reference material concerning new and existing technical accounting literature to ensure compliance.• Assist in preparation of quarterly presentation to Audit Committee.Worksite location options:• Onsite: Andover, MA (9/80 schedule)• Hybrid: 2-3 (Mon, Tues & Thurs) days onsite and WFH the remainder of the weekTo succeed in this role, you should have the following skills and experience• Minimum 6 years’ experience in either public accounting or publicly traded companies.• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.• Master’s Degree or CPA preferred.• Technical Accounting experience; including Revenue Recognition (ASC 606)• Experience with US GAAP, SEC reporting and SOX Compliance.• Strong written communication, including accounting memos, workpapers and verbal communication.• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, handle multiple tasks and details effectively within firm timelines."This position requires you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. government."Why should you join Mercury Systems?Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.comOur CultureWe are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.To find out more about Why Mercury?, or visit the Mercury Community or find answers to general questions at Mercury FAQsMercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status.As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the number below.(978) 256-1300