Senior Lead Technical & Policy Accountant

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics.

At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries – we’re a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.

Senior Lead Technical & Policy Accountant

We are seeking a Senior Lead Technical & Policy Accountant to join our corporate team in Wilmington, DE.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist in leading the company’s implementation of new accounting and financial reporting requirements.
• Serve as a technical accounting resource for major business unit and corporate initiatives.
• Identify and lead process improvement opportunities to enhance functional productivity.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure external financial statements comply with U.S. GAAP and internal management reporting is consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Serve as a key point of contact for technical accounting and disclosure matters, including SEC guidance and FASB standards.
• Coordinate implementation efforts for new accounting standards and participate in the review of proposed standards.
• Provide technical accounting guidance to business teams on complex transactions.
• Partner with global Controllership and independent public accountants on accounting policy matters.
• Support compliance with the company’s internal controls framework and address internal control matters with internal and external audit teams.
• Coordinate audit requests and compliance requirements with external auditors, Internal Audit, and other stakeholders.
• Work cross-functionally with Consolidations, Tax, Treasury, Legal, Business Finance, Internal Audit, and other teams.
• Provide technical accounting guidance on areas such as pension accounting, acquisitions and divestitures, leases, revenue recognition, segment realignments, and other complex accounting and disclosure matters.

Your Qualification Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA preferred.
• CPA required.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of IFRS is a plus.
• 6+ years of relevant experience, ideally including Big Four and/or industry experience in an accounting policy or technical accounting role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-directed, accountable, and able to work independently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Work Arrangement

This is a hybrid role based in Wilmington, DE and requires on-site presence 3+ days per week.

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