Director, Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting
Chewy · Plantation, FL · 1 mo ago
AccountingFull-time
What You’ll Do
- Lead the preparation and review of all external SEC filings, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q
- Partner closely with Legal, Investor Relations, and executive leadership on Form 8-K filings, earnings releases, and capital markets activities
- Serve as the company’s thought leader on technical accounting matters, including researching, interpreting, and documenting complex accounting issues under US GAAP
- Provide guidance on the accounting implications of strategic transactions, including M&A, financing arrangements, and other significant business initiatives
- Oversee the end-to-end financial reporting and consolidation process for a multinational organization
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all external and internal financial reporting deliverables
- Establish and enhance financial reporting policies, procedures, and internal controls in compliance with SOX requirements
- Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes, systems, and disclosures, including leveraging tools such as Workiva and ERP/consolidation systems
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Accounting, Finance, Tax, Legal, and other business partners to ensure proper accounting and disclosure of transactions
- Lead interactions with external auditors and manage the audit process related to financial reporting and technical accounting areas
- Monitor and implement new accounting standards and SEC regulations, ensuring timely adoption and compliance
- Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, providing coaching, performance management, and career development opportunities
What You’ll Need
- BA/BS in Accounting; CPA required
- 12+ years of progressive experience in financial reporting and/or technical accounting
- Prior experience at a Big 4 accounting firm and within a publicly traded company strongly preferred
- Deep knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
- Proven experience leading 10-K, 10-Q, and 10-Q filings for a public company
- Strong experience with technical accounting research and documentation
- Experience supporting capital markets transactions and strategic initiatives
- Experience with financial reporting and consolidation systems (e.g., Workiva, Oracle FCCS, Hyperion, ERP systems)
- Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Strong understanding of SOX compliance and internal controls