Job Opportunity : Accountant (US GAAP & SEC Accounting)

Primary responsibilities of this position include: Assist with technical accounting research and prepare accounting documentation on a variety of technical accounting concepts, including business combinations, internal-use software cost capitalization, and leasing.Responsible for remaining current on and documenting new accounting standards, considering the relevant accounting literature and the effect of the transaction on the company’s financial statements.Assist with implementation projects for new accounting standards, including the new financial instruments and lease accounting standards.Assist in review of contracts, including leases, financing agreements, significant vendor arrangements and acquisitions, to identify potential accounting issues.Assist in the development of new accounting policies and review/update existing polices.Prepare impairment tests quarterly, annually and as required of the Company’s consolidated tangible and intangible assets.Coordinate with external auditors to provide requested documentation regarding financial statements and accounting treatment for specific transactions.Collaborate with Financial Reporting team on preparation of financial statement disclosuresWork with and respond to accounting inquiries from the organization’s global accounting organization.Ad hoc requests and projects as necessary SkillsExtensive knowledge of US GAAPExperience researching complex accounting issuesExcellent time and self-management skills, the ability to prioritize and meet deadlinesPreference for working in a fast paced and challenging environment3+ years of public accounting experience (Big 4 or large regional audit firm preferred)Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or FinanceQualified accountantKnowledge of and basic ability to read and write SQL a bonusIntermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferredUnderstanding of Oracle e-Business Suite and Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) software a plus About Rackspace TechnologyWe are the multicloud solutions experts. We combine our expertise with the world’s leading technologies — across applications, data and security — to deliver end-to-end solutions. We have a proven record of advising customers based on their business challenges, designing solutions that scale, building and managing those solutions, and optimizing returns into the future. Named a best place to work, year after year according to Fortune, Forbes and Glassdoor, we attract and develop world-class talent. Join us on our mission to embrace technology, empower customers and deliver the future.  More on Rackspace TechnologyThough we’re all different, Rackers thrive through our connection to a central goal: to be a valued member of a winning team on an inspiring mission. We bring our whole selves to work every day. And we embrace the notion that unique perspectives fuel innovation and enable us to best serve our customers and communities around the globe. We welcome you to apply today and want you to know that we are committed to offering equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender reassignment or identity or expression, genetic information, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, military or veteran status, nationality, ethnic or national origin, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any legally protected characteristic. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.