Financial Reporting Manager

Overview
This role oversees key elements of external financial reporting for a publicly traded organization. The Manager, External Financial Reporting will take ownership of preparing regulatory filings, supporting equity compensation accounting, and conducting technical accounting research. The position collaborates closely with internal accounting leaders and external audit teams to ensure the accuracy, transparency, and compliance of all reporting deliverables.

Core Responsibilities

Regulatory & External Reporting

• Lead the preparation, review, and coordination of periodic regulatory filings, including annual, quarterly, and current reports. (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and proxy statements)
• Ensure reporting compliance by maintaining and updating GAAP and disclosure checklists.
• Oversee XBRL review processes and work directly with external vendors on tagging and validation.
• Assemble and analyze supporting documentation for earnings announcements, scripts, and related disclosures.
• Perform detailed reconciliations and tie-outs for external reporting packages.

Equity Compensation & Technical Accounting

• Support accounting for equity-based compensation programs, including reconciling share activity with transfer agents.
• Prepare equity-related disclosures and contribute to EPS calculations.
• Research new accounting standards and assist with implementation documentation and planning.
• Draft technical accounting memos addressing emerging guidance and complex transactions.

Internal Reporting & Audit Support

• Assist in preparing monthly consolidated financial information for internal stakeholders.
• Support quarterly debt covenant reporting requirements.
• Partner with internal and external auditors on requests related to financial reporting and internal controls.
• Contribute to month‑end close activities by reviewing reconciliations and supporting corporate accounting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.
• Combination of public accounting and corporate reporting experience, with significant exposure to SEC or similar regulatory filing requirements.
• Demonstrated experience preparing or reviewing complex financial statements and disclosures.
• Familiarity with XBRL processes strongly preferred.
• Strong background in technical accounting research, including evaluating and applying new accounting standards.
• Excellent analytical skills with rigorous attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and comfort working within data‑heavy environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines in a fast‑moving reporting cycle.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively across finance, legal, and audit functions.