Director, Technical Accounting

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

What You'll Do

We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and detail-oriented Director of Technical Accounting to lead our technical accounting function, complex transaction structuring, and financial policy formulation.

In this role, you will serve as the subject matter expert on US GAAP / IFRS, guiding executive leadership through critical financial decisions, including M&A, and emerging accounting standards.

Serve as the subject matter expert on complex accounting topics, including lease accounting, stock-based compensation, revenue recognition, debt/equity instruments, and consolidation models.

Lead the technical accounting function, serving as the primary authority on complex US GAAP (and/or IFRS) matters. Research, evaluate, and document accounting positions via formal technical memos in complex transactions.

Partner cross-functionally with Corporate Development, Legal, and Treasury to provide proactive accounting guidance on M&A, divestitures, debt/equity offerings, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.

Assist during earnings prep, reviewing press release drafts, presentations and script disclosures. Ensure full compliance with SEC rules and Regulation G, including proper reconciliations, prominent GAAP presentation, and consistent calculation methodologies.

Manage accounting for restructuring, environmental liabilities, asset retirement obligations, and environmental remediation reserves.

Monitor, evaluate, and lead the enterprise-wide adoption of new FASB/SEC accounting pronouncements and regulatory guidance.

Collaborate with the Financial Reporting team on drafting and reviewing disclosures for SEC filings and footnotes.

Design, implement, and maintain effective internal controls over technical accounting processes and financial reporting disclosures.

Support the broader Finance organization with ad hoc projects and executive reporting as needed.

What You'll Bring

8+ years accounting experience

CPA or equivalent

Strong, in-depth knowledge of US GAAP accounting rules

Ability to think outside the box, comfortable with ambiguity and provide suggestions and guidance

Ability to communicate highly technical perspectives to individuals with varying degrees of experience in the subject matter

Why Join Us?

At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.