Lead Technical Accountant

📋 Description

• Lead annual audits for the Foundation and Endowment; prepare audit support schedules.
• Support Form 990 preparation; gather data and ensure accuracy.
• Research and document conclusions on new accounting standards; guide adoption.
• Review and enhance internal controls over financial reporting; identify gaps and improvements.
• Lead cross-functional process improvements in accounting and controls with stakeholders.
• Advise departments on revenue and expense recognition and related accounting implications.

🎯 Requirements

• Active CPA license required (or equivalent with strong US GAAP).
• Bachelors in Accounting or Finance; 8+ years experience incl. public accounting.
• Experience supporting audited financial statements and Form 990.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge; nonprofit accounting and core financial reporting.
• SOX internal controls design, documentation, and testing.
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration; communicate accounting concepts clearly.

🎁 Benefits

• Remote-first work with a global team.
• Competitive, equitable compensation.
• Opportunities to contribute to Wikimedia's mission.
• Inclusive, diverse workplace culture.
• Location-based pay adjustments outside the US.