Senior Manager of Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting
Senior Manager of Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting
Description
Description
We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee external reporting and guide complex accounting matters for a public company in New York, New York. This role serves as a key advisor on the application of U.S. GAAP, supports high-impact transactions, and ensures timely, accurate SEC filings. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, excellent technical writing skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with executives, auditors, and cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities: • Lead the preparation, review, and submission of periodic and current SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, while coordinating supporting disclosures and XBRL tagging. • Evaluate the accounting treatment for complex business activities such as revenue arrangements, lease accounting, share-based compensation, acquisitions, debt, and equity transactions. • Develop well-supported technical accounting memoranda that clearly explain conclusions under U.S. GAAP for management and external audit review. • Act as a primary liaison with external auditors during quarterly reviews and the annual audit process to resolve accounting and reporting matters efficiently. • Partner with finance and business stakeholders to assess the reporting impact of new transactions, accounting standards, and evolving business activities. • Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting and help improve close and reporting processes to support a growing public company environment. • Monitor changes in accounting guidance and SEC requirements, translating new developments into practical recommendations for the organization.
Requirements
• Active CPA designation. • At least 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including significant exposure to technical accounting and SEC reporting. • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and the requirements, timelines, and expectations of public company financial reporting. • Demonstrated experience preparing or reviewing SEC filings such as Forms 10-K and 10-Q. • Proven ability to research complex accounting issues and produce clear, persuasive technical documentation. • Background in a Big 4 environment, a public company setting, or a combination of both. • Familiarity with reporting and close tools such as Workiva, NetSuite, or similar platforms is preferred.
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