Role Summary
The Manager – SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting will report to the Controller. They will be primarily responsible for the preparation of the Company’s periodic filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This individual will also assist in researching, opining, and memorializing the appropriate accounting treatment of material complex transactions. The Manager will also bear responsibility for reporting the Company’s Non-GAAP measures. The Manager will bear primary responsibility for implementing new processes to address new accounting needs, as a result of novel transactions or changes in regulations. As applicable, the Manager will prepare or assist in the preparation of novel analyses that are deemed necessary to carry out the prescribed accounting treatment. The Manager will maintain the Company’s accounting policy manual and reflect changes in accounting policy resulting from Accounting Standards Updates or new business requirements. The Manager will prepare periodic and ad hoc business and accounting analyses, as necessary.
Responsibilities
- Prepare the Company’s 10-Q, 10-K, and other external financial reports, as required, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, SEC Regulations, or other relevant regulatory guidance, as applicable, and maintain support for such filings.
- Research, opine, and draft memoranda supporting the technical accounting treatment for material transactions.
- Remain apprised of accounting standards updates, determine applicability to the Company, and implement processes required to comply with the new standard.
- Assess new and emerging regulatory requirements from the SEC and other relevant regulators and present findings and recommendations to executive leadership.
- Determine and communicate the Company’s Non-GAAP financial measures to be included in internal and external reports.
- Support the Company’s internal control environment pursuant to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
- Maintain the Company’s accounting policy manual.
- Serve as the primary liaison between the Company and its auditors regarding all matters germane to SEC reporting and technical accounting.
- Assist the accounting department in designing and implementing new processes to address emerging accounting standards or new accounting needs resulting from changes in the business.
- Devise and implement proprietary, innovative, and automated solutions to complement or replace current manual processes.
- Collaborate with other departments on an as-needed basis for ad hoc projects.
Qualifications
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA designation required.
- Preferred: Master’s degree or MBA.
- Required: 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a public accounting firm (Big 4 preferred) and/or a corporate SEC reporting environment.
- Required: Strong technical accounting knowledge with demonstrated experience researching and applying U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
- Required: Prior experience preparing or reviewing 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and other SEC filings.
- Preferred: Experience with financial reporting systems and tools (e.g., Workiva, Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms).
- Required: Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
- Required: Strong communication, analytical, and project management skills.
Skills
- Leadership & People Management: Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams. Fosters collaboration, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement.
- Technical Accounting Expertise: Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and technical accounting guidance; ability to interpret and apply complex accounting standards.
- Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; capable of identifying issues, evaluating options, and recommending effective solutions.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to Detail: High degree of accuracy and commitment to quality in all aspects of financial reporting and documentation.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with Finance, Legal, Internal Audit, and other business partners.
- Ethics and Integrity: Maintains the highest standards of confidentiality, integrity, and compliance.
- Systems Proficiency: Strong experience with financial reporting systems and tools (e.g., Workiva, Oracle, SAP, or similar), including proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.