SUMMARY:
The Senior Manager, SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting will demonstrate a solid understanding of reporting and disclosure requirements for a publicly traded company in the United States. The position/role has an expert understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC rules, provides technical updates and performs technical research as needed for all functions of the controllership, inclusive of writing technical accounting memos (i.e. white papers). This position will also provide oversight for share-based compensation accounting as well as reporting, internally and externally.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include, but are not limited to:
- Responsible for managing the preparation and accuracy of consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
- Ensure timely deliverables of internal and external reporting.
- Interpret U.S. GAAP accounting standards and SEC guidance to determine the accounting and financial reporting treatment, including internal control considerations, for new material, and/or complex, unusual transactions or agreements.
- Research technical accounting guidance and regulations, reach conclusions, prepare accounting memos/updates and concisely communicate accounting conclusions to the key stakeholders.
- Interprets and communicates potential implementation impacts and applicability of emerging accounting and reporting rules being deliberated by the SEC, US GAAP, PCAOB or other regulations. For significant amendments, works with cross-functional teams to ensure impacts are captured, reported and disclosed completely and accurately.
- Lead interactions with our external auditor and manage the annual audit and quarterly reviews.
- Oversee and assist in preparation of other SEC filings, including certain Form 8-Ks and Form 4s required under the Section 16 rules.
- Responsible for identifying opportunities to streamline the processes and implement as appropriate.
- Assist in the preparation of Audit Committee and executive level presentations
- Manage the share-based compensation accounting, ensuring accuracy of data and balances.
- Responsible for the development and maintenance of narratives and control matrices for areas of responsibilities as required by Sarbanes-Oxley.
- Responsible for the organization and coordination of local statutory financial statements work.
- Responsible for the development and maintenance of narratives and control matrices for areas of responsibilities as required by Sarbanes-Oxley.
- Responsible for coaching, mentoring and development of the team.
- Other financial reporting tasks or analysis as assigned. Such tasks may include period close activities, quarterly board reporting, participation in debt/equity offerings and other review/documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Solid understanding and knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
- Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel and ERP skills.
- Strong analytical, organizational, conflict solving and negotiation skills.
- Extraordinary interpersonal skills to work in conjunction with other departments, vendors and internal and external customers.
- Must be a team player who also works well independently.
- Must be able to analyze data, draw conclusions, interpret results and communicate findings effectively.
- Must be able to read, analyze, interpret and comprehend financial reports, and legal documents.
- Must be able to communicate effectively in both an oral and written manner to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
- Must be able to collaborate, build relationships and work cross functionally to gather information and provide support.
- Must be able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to top management, external department heads, customers, clients and other employees.
- Must be organized and meet or exceed deadlines.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university; and
- Certified Public Accountant license required; and
- Minimum of 8-10+ years of experience with a Big 4 public accounting firm auditing a public company and/or in financial reporting for a publicly-traded company.
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