Technical Accounting Manager

Position Overview

A growing organization is seeking a Financial Reporting Manager / Technical Accounting Manager to support and oversee key financial reporting activities, including SEC filings, financial statement preparation, technical accounting analysis, and regulatory compliance. This position will work closely with Accounting, Finance, Legal, Audit, and other internal teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements, excellent analytical skills, and experience working in a public company or large accounting environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support the preparation of periodic SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and related financial disclosures.
• Prepare and review financial reporting schedules, supporting workpapers, reconciliations, and analyses used in external reporting.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external service providers to collect and validate financial and operational information required for reporting deadlines.
• Review financial statements and footnote disclosures for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Maintain quarterly disclosure checklists and assist in identifying changes in accounting guidance, disclosure requirements, and regulatory expectations.
• Support compliance with applicable SEC and stock exchange requirements, including periodic filings, equity-related reporting, and Section 16 requirements.
• Oversee various equity administration activities, including share activity tracking, dividend-related reporting, and preparation of required regulatory forms.
• Coordinate responses to internal and external audit requests, including support for SOX 404 controls, testing, and related documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of financial reporting packages and presentations for senior management, the Audit Committee, and Board of Directors.
• Partner with Investor Relations and other departments to support earnings materials, external communications, and financial information requests.
• Perform technical accounting research, peer company analysis, and other ad hoc financial analyses to support management decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting processes, strengthen internal controls, and increase efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting or financial reporting experience, preferably within a public company, large accounting firm, or SEC reporting environment.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Experience with SEC filings such as 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and proxy statements.
• Familiarity with SOX compliance and financial reporting controls.
• Strong technical accounting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with senior management and cross-functional teams.