Adobe
Head of Technical Accounting and External Reporting, ESG Controller
$163K–$283K
San Jose · Director · Full-time · Posted Sep 18, 2026
- Experience
- 15+ years of relevant experience, including Big 4 public accounting firm experience and experience at a global Fortune 500 company.
- Education
- BA/BS in Finance/Accounting with active CPA license.
About the job
Leads Adobe’s external financial and ESG regulatory reporting, technical accounting, equity accounting, and accounting work across the M&A lifecycle.
What you'll do
- Lead SEC and financial reporting, technical accounting guidance, global consolidated audits, and related policy and compliance work.
- Oversee accounting due diligence and valuation for M&A, advising on deal structures, strategic investments, and finance integration.
- Direct global ESG regulatory reporting readiness, controls, disclosures, and assurance, while developing and coaching the team.
What they ask for
- BA/BS in Finance/Accounting and active CPA license.
- Deep understanding and application of GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
- Technical accounting expertise in business combinations, treasury-related activities, and share-based compensation.
- Proven experience leading a team of 7+ employees.
Nice to have
- Experience in the high tech industry and controllership.
- SAP experience; experience working with ESG reporting standards.
Pay
$162,900 - $283,200 annually (base salary); $195,600 - $283,200 (base salary)
Tools
GAAP, SEC, FASB, SAP
AI focus
No AI work stated for the role.
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