Accounting Manager, SEC Reporting

Position Overview:

The Accounting Manager, SEC Reporting is responsible for leading the company’s external reporting function and ensuring all public filings and related disclosures are prepared accurately and submitted on schedule. This role oversees compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and SOX requirements, while coordinating closely with internal stakeholders and external auditors. In addition to quarterly and annual filings, the position supports a broad range of reporting activities, including benefit plan filings, sustainability disclosures, debt covenant reporting, and proxy statement preparation.

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 Days In-Office)

Base Salary: $110k - $150k

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct the preparation and submission of quarterly and annual filings with the SEC, including Forms 10-Q and 10-K.
• Establish and manage reporting timelines, ensuring all contributors provide information needed to meet filing deadlines.
• Complete and review accounting and disclosure checklists to confirm compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate new accounting pronouncements and regulatory developments and incorporate required changes into external reporting.
• Prepare earnings per share calculations and related disclosures, including weighted average shares outstanding and diluted shares.
• Manage the XBRL tagging process, including taxonomy updates and ongoing maintenance.
• Work with cross-functional teams to collect, validate, and analyze information used in external reports and audit deliverables.
• Act as the primary liaison with external auditors on financial statement disclosures and filing support.
• Develop analytical schedules and variance explanations for use in external filings and executive presentations.
• Review and provide financial information for inclusion in the annual proxy statement.
• Coordinate the preparation of sustainability and other non-financial disclosures using applicable reporting frameworks.
• Supervise the preparation, audit, and filing of employee benefit plan financial statements, including Form 11-K.
• Prepare and monitor financial covenant calculations to support debt compliance.
• Oversee compliance reporting and management assertions associated with debt and financing arrangements.
• Administer disclosure controls and related SOX requirements for the external reporting process.
• Recommend and implement enhancements to reporting processes, controls, and workflows.
• Lead, mentor, and develop members of the accounting team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including prior management experience.
• Public accounting experience required; Big 4 experience preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and internal control frameworks.
• Hands-on experience preparing and reviewing Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and other public company filings.
• Familiarity with XBRL and financial reporting software preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting matters to senior leadership and external auditors.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.