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Global Payments Inc.

M&A Accounting Manager

Global Payments Inc., Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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Mergers and Acquisitions IT Integration & Divestitures Manager Atlanta, GA $144,200 - $265,600 5 days ago

Responsibilities

Transaction Accounting and Integration: Lead acquisition accounting for business combinations under ASC 805, including purchase price allocation, fair value assessments, and goodwill calculations, prepare comprehensive accounting memos documenting technical positions, conclusions, and rationale for acquisition‑related accounting treatments

Integration: Develop and execute post‑acquisition integration plans for financial reporting systems and processes

Due Diligence and Analysis: Assess target company accounting policies and identify necessary adjustments for US GAAP compliance, prepare due diligence reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders, identify and evaluate key accounting risks, potential liabilities

Technical Accounting and Compliance: Research and apply accounting standards related to business combinations, including contingent consideration, bargain purchases, and pushdown accounting, prepare technical accounting position papers where appropriate

Financial Reporting: Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules for acquisition‑related transactions, coordinate with external auditors on acquisition accounting positions and obtain concurrence on technical matters, prepare footnote disclosures for business combinations in quarterly and annual financial statements

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required

Minimum 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3 years focused on M&A accounting

Deep technical knowledge of ASC 805 Business Combinations and related US GAAP standards

Proven experience performing financial due diligence on acquisition targets

Strong technical writing skills with demonstrated ability to prepare clear, well‑supported accounting memos

Experience working with Big 4 public accounting firm or corporate M&A accounting group at a Fortune 500 company

Proficiency in financial reporting systems (Oracle, SAP, or similar ERP systems)

Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills

Excellent project management skills with ability to handle multiple transactions simultaneously

Effective communication skills with ability to explain complex accounting matters to non‑technical stakeholders

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