The Manager, External Reporting is responsible for the day-to-day responsibilities of the External Reporting Department. This person must have excellent knowledge of technical accounting matters, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rules and regulations and company polices. The Manager, External Reporting is responsible for timely and accurate filing of the Form 10-K, Form 10-Qs and other external reporting in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (US GAAP). This person will prepare presentations for the Audit Committee, Board of Directors and others. This person works closely with the business groups and corporate functions to ensure accounting issues are appropriately identified, analyzed and reported in external reports and internal presentations.
Job Responsibilities:
Lead the external reporting staff in preparing the companys annual (Form 10-K) and quarterly (Form 10-Q) consolidated financial statements, which are electronically filed with the SEC via EDGAR systems. Preparing and reviewing XBRL exhibits for SEC filings for Forms 10-K and 10-Q.
Review, evaluate and interpret the impact to the company of all new accounting and reporting rules issued by the authoritative accounting rulemaking bodies in the United States and the SEC.
Analyze the balance sheet and income statement to identify accounting and/or reporting practices that may not be in accordance with US GAAP, SEC rules and regulations and/or company accounting policies.
Manage the preparation of security registration filings
Lead and perform technical accounting research on major projects, such as new accounting standards, acquisitions and divestitures, capital market transactions, and Treasury related transactions.
Responsible for monthly internal financial reporting of GAAP results
Work with Corporate Finance, Corporate Treasury, Corporate Tax, and other functions, as necessary to ensure proper and timely reporting for quarter and year-end.
Work directly with internal and external auditors to provide analysis and any required audit documentation necessary for the successful completion of any audit.
Ensure internal controls are functioning as intended and that any weaknesses or deviations from policy are timely acted upon.
Ensure Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 compliance and management self-testing is completed in a timely and accurate manner.
Assist with monthly close and review of consolidating journal entries.
Manage accounting and review of certain account balances.
Oversee accounting and reporting process for equity based compensation, stock options and incentive compensation payments.
Coach and supervise team members in the external reporting department.
Equal Opportunity Employer–minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
BS or BA degree in Accounting with CPA required
6 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance
Previous experience in public accounting (preferably Big Four) is required
Experience working with or for SEC registrants is required
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Cognitive ability to prepare analysis, reports and presentations using various software packages including Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Ability to research and analyze technical accounting matters and summarize in a concise manner
SEC Reporting
Strong Technical Accounting skills
Thinks Conceptually/Intuitively
Makes sound decisions
Ability to complete assignments within tight deadlines
Fosters open communications
Works effectively within a team environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
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