Accounting Director
cmimedia
Philadelphia, PA, United States; Cherry Hill, NJ, United States; New York, NY, United States; Parsippany, NJ, United States; Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania, United States
Posted Aug 3, 2026
- Other
- Accounting
Job description
Position Overview
We're
looking
for
a
highly
analytical
and
detail-oriented
Accounting Director
to
join
our
Finance
team.
In
this
role,
you'll
serve
as
a
subject
matter
expert
on
revenue
recognition
and
technical
accounting,
helping
ensure
compliance
with
IFRS
15/ASC
606
while
supporting
accurate
financial
reporting
and
business
growth.
You'll partner closely with Accounting, FP&A, Client Finance, and business leaders to evaluate complex contracts, guide accounting treatment for new revenue streams, and drive process improvements
across
the
organization.
This
is
an
excellent
opportunity
for
a
CPA
with
a
strong
technical
accounting
background
who
enjoys
solving
complex
accounting
challenges
and
influencing
business
decisions.
What You'll Do
Revenue & Technical Accounting
Lead contract reviews to assess revenue recognition implications under IFRS 15.
Prepare and document technical accounting analyses for new and modified revenue streams.
Maintain and enhance the company's revenue recognition policies and procedures.
Own and maintain contract summaries (MSAs and SOWs) for IFRS 15 evaluations.
Participate in monthly and quarterly close activities, including Estimated vs. Actual (EVA) percentage-completion reviews.
Prepare and review revenue-related journal entries, including:
Intercompany revenue sharing
Client incentives and rebates
Bonus/malus arrangements
Volume-based adjustments
Provide technical accounting guidance on revenue recognition, software capitalization, accruals, estimates, intercompany transactions, and other complex accounting matters.
Accounting Operations & Financial Close
Partner with the Director of Financial Reporting to ensure a timely and accurate monthly close.
Lead key areas of the monthly close process and help resolve accounting issues.
Develop expertise across core accounting operations, controls, and reporting activities.
Support the continuous improvement of close processes and accounting workflows.
Controls, Compliance & Process Improvement
Design, maintain, and optimize revenue recognition and contract review controls.
Partner with internal and external auditors to support revenue-related audit requirements.
Serve as a key point of contact for revenue recognition questions and compliance matters.
Identify opportunities to automate accounting processes, including the use of technology and AI-enabled contract review solutions.
Drive efficiencies that enhance accuracy, scalability, and operational effectiveness.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Accounting, Client Finance, and business stakeholders to evaluate deal structures, billing arrangements, and pricing models.
Collaborate with FP&A to align revenue accounting treatment with budgeting and forecasting assumptions.
Provide training and guidance to finance team members on revenue recognition and technical accounting topics.
Build strong relationships across the organization to support informed business decision-making.
What You'll Bring
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
CPA designation.
5+ years of progressive experience in revenue accounting, technical accounting, or audit, including experience within a public accounting firm.
Strong knowledge of IFRS 15 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers) and/or ASC 606.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and complex formulas.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience within the advertising, media, marketing services, or professional services industry.
Experience supporting complex contract structures and multi-entity environments.
Experience with process automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $90,000 to $180,000. Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including business needs, experience, level of responsibility and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, please visit for more details.