Manager - Corporate Accounting

About the Position

NIQ is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Manager of Corporate Accounting to join our growing finance team. This individual will serve as the subject-matter expert for accounting areas critical to our business, including, but not limited to, share-based compensation, pensions, other benefit and bonus programs, debt arrangements, derivative instruments, and key accrual accounting. They will be instrumental in ensuring compliance with accounting standards, managing monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, and supporting other complex accounting areas as NIQ continues its journey as a public company.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end accounting for share-based compensation, including award valuations, expense recognition, forfeiture tracking, and modification assessments.
• Partner with HR and Legal to ensure accurate and timely processing of equity grants and related documentation.
• Prepare share-based compensation-related journal entries, account reconciliations, roll forwards, and supporting schedules for internal and external reporting.
• Oversee accounting for pension plans, 401(k) contributions, and other long-term and post-employment benefit programs.
• Support annual valuation processes and audit requests related to employee benefit plans.
• Review monthly and quarterly benefits-related accruals and financial statement disclosures, as applicable.
• Oversee the accounting lifecycle for the Company’s debt portfolio, including interest accruals, issuance cost amortization, covenant reporting, and classification assessments.
• Partner with Treasury to ensure timely identification and documentation of new financing transactions, amendments, and extinguishments.
• Oversee the accounting and reporting for derivative instruments, including interest rate swaps, foreign currency contracts, and other financial instruments.
• Ensure compliance with ASC 815, including documentation of hedge designations, effectiveness assessments, and ongoing measurement.
• Partner with Treasury and FP&A to evaluate hedging strategies and ensure seamless operational and accounting processes.
• Oversee key accruals such as payroll and bonus, insurance, legal, and other recurring or judgment-based reserves.
• Drive month-/quarter-/year-end close activities with accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Support quarterly and annual financial statement disclosures.
• 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.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal corporate accounting policies.
• Contribute to process-improvement initiatives (e.g., ERP enhancements) by leveraging technology that could automate or speed up internal processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of progressive relevant experience in public accounting (Big 4 preferred) or within a medium to large international organization.
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP, particularly related to share-based compensation, pensions, debt, and derivatives.
• Strong interpersonal skills with excellent verbal and written communication skills; capable of engaging professionally across all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a deadline-driven environment, with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently while thriving in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment.
• Skilled at building relationships and working cross-functionally with various departments and levels of management.
• Experience with ERP and consolidation systems, preferably SAP or OneStream, is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with intermediate to advanced Excel capabilities.
• Experience with US GAAP accounting, administration, and analyses and SOX-compliant controls for multinational companies transacting in multiple currencies.

We Offer

• Flexible working environment.
• Volunteer time off.
• LinkedIn Learning.
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP).

About the Company

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights-delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms-NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the Diversity and Inclusion page.

Salary: USD 100,000 - USD 125,000 yearly

Locations: Warsaw, Poland | Pune, India | Chicago, IL | Remote

Employment Type: Full-time