Manager - Corporate Accounting - Internally Developed Software

    ~$98,648 - $183,203Market Estimate
    United States
    Full-Time
    Mid (3-6 yrs)
    Finance & Accounting
    Posted on November 2, 2026

    This position will report to the Assistant Global Corporate Controller.

    Key Activities, Responsibilities and Deliverables

    • Oversee the accounting for Internally developed software projects, including capitalization assessments, cost tracking and useful life evaluations
    • Strong US GAAP knowledge, especially ASC 350-40 (software), ASC 360 (fixed assets) and ASC 842 (leases)
    • Establish and maintain policies and controls for software development cost identification, classification and stage-based accounting
    • Partner with Engineering, Product and IT to validate project statuses, upcoming releases and development milestones
    • Oversee the full lifecycle of fixed assets, including capitalization, depreciation, asset tracking and disposals
    • Maintain capitalization thresholds and policies to ensure consistent application across the Company
    • Partner with Facilities and Procurement to ensure timely and accurate recording of asset additions and retirements
    • Ensure fixed asset subledger integrity and oversee ongoing process improvements
    • Oversee the accounting for operating and finance leases in compliance with ASC 842, including ROU asset and lease liability recognition, remeasurements and modifications
    • Review new contracts and amendments to assess lease classification, embedded lease considerations and term assumptions
    • Collaborate with Legal, Procurement and Facilities to ensure completeness of the lease population and timely capture of contract changes
    • Maintain and enhance processes with lease administration systems and ensure accurate monthly reporting
    • Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual close processes for all assigned areas, adhering to strict deadlines
    • Review journal entries, account reconciliations, rollforwards and flux analyses
    • Support financial statement disclosure preparation related to IDSW, fixed assets and leases
    • Support external audits, acting as the primary liaison for areas of responsibility
    • Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), including documentation, control design and operating effectiveness
    • Evaluate existing processes and drive automation, system enhancements and best practice workflows
    • Support system integrations related to fixed assets, project accounting and lease management tools
    • Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal corporate accounting policies
    • Manage and mentor a team of hub accountants, providing training, guidance and performance feedback
    • Contribute to process-improvement initiatives (e.g., ERP enhancements) by leveraging technology that could automate or speed up internal processes

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    Company:  NielsenIQ

    Provides consumer intelligence and data analytics, delivering insights into consumer buying behavior for retailers and consumer goods manufacturers.
    10001+ employees
    Data & Analytics
    HQ: United States