Financial Reporting Manager

Position Summary

A large, publicly traded global manufacturing company is seeking a highly motivated and experienced accounting professional to join its Corporate Accounting team as a Financial Reporting Manager. This individual will oversee the corporate general ledger monthly close process, manage key technical accounting areas including lease accounting, stock-based compensation, and impairment assessments, and lead quarterly and annual external financial reporting activities, including SEC filings.

The Financial Reporting Manager will drive continuous improvement across corporate accounting, financial reporting, and technical accounting processes. This role reports to senior accounting leadership and manages one direct report. The position offers regular interaction with executive finance leadership and cross-functional business partners.

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure all external financial reports are prepared in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Oversee the corporate month-end close process, including review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting activities.
• Review corporate budgeting and forecasting activities and analyze variances to actual results.
• Manage accounting and disclosure requirements related to stock-based compensation.
• Oversee global lease accounting, including technical accounting interpretations, controls, compliance, and system administration.
• Prepare and review quarterly and annual SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q and 10-K, along with supporting audit documentation.
• Prepare SEC and GAAP disclosure checklists for quarterly and annual reporting.
• Review XBRL filings and maintain ongoing compliance.
• Research, document, and communicate technical accounting guidance for complex transactions in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Develop, maintain, and update accounting policies while providing training to finance and accounting teams.
• Assist with implementation of new accounting standards, policies, and reporting procedures.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, internal auditors, and outside consultants.
• Participate in SOX compliance and internal control initiatives related to financial reporting.
• Perform balance sheet and cash flow analytical reviews for operating business units.
• Support special projects including registration statements, debt transactions, and other SEC filings.
• Identify opportunities to improve and streamline financial reporting and accounting processes.
• Partner with FP&A, Treasury, Investor Relations, and other finance functions on ad hoc projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive accounting experience, including Big 4 public accounting or a combination of public accounting and corporate accounting.
• Experience with financial reporting and SEC reporting for a publicly traded company is required.
• Experience working within a large, multinational manufacturing organization is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Proven experience managing month-end close processes.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical accounting abilities.
• Experience with ERP systems is required; SAP experience is a plus but not required.
• Experience with financial reporting and consolidation systems is preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop staff.
• Self-motivated with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• High level of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality.