Manager, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

Role Summary

The Manager, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting will lead the company’s SEC reporting and technical accounting activities. They will prepare the periodic filings (e.g., 10-Q, 10-K) and research, opine on, and document the accounting treatment of material complex transactions. The role also manages the Company’s Non-GAAP measures, implements new processes to address evolving accounting requirements, and maintains the accounting policy manual.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the Company’s 10-Q, 10-K, and other external financial reports, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, SEC Regulations, or other relevant guidance, with maintained support for filings.
• Research, opine, and draft memoranda supporting the technical accounting treatment for material transactions.
• Remain apprised of accounting standards updates, determine applicability, and implement processes required to comply with the new standards.
• Assess new and emerging regulatory requirements from the SEC and other regulators; 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 internal control environment pursuant to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
• Maintain the 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 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: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation; 5–7 years progressive accounting experience including at least 3 years in a public accounting firm (Big 4 preferred) and/or a corporate SEC reporting environment; strong technical accounting knowledge with demonstrated experience researching and applying U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements; prior experience preparing or reviewing 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and other SEC filings; proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines; strong communication, analytical, and project management skills.
• Preferred: Master’s degree or MBA; Experience with financial reporting systems and tools (e.g., Workiva, Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms).

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Master’s degree or MBA preferred.

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 standard.
• 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.