SEC Reporting Manager

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and review tie out of quarterly and annual financial reports to be filed with the SEC, including press releases, registration statements, MD&A, financial statements, and accompanying footnotes, and other supplemental information; and ensure such reports comply with GAAP and SEC reporting standards.
• Collaborate with the Investor Relations department to ensure financial data and supplemental information provided in earnings release and related materials are adequately supported.
• Prepare and review other externally reported financial information including 401k financial statements, proxy statements, and investor presentations.
• Assist with gathering financial information from various corporate and regional departments, maintain quarterly reporting schedule, and monitor progress against reporting cycle milestones.
• Prepare and review supporting workpapers for financial statement footnote disclosures and MD&A disclosures and ensure SOX compliance.
• Prepare and review various monthly/quarterly analyses including inventory valuation reserve, stock-based compensation, and EPS calculations, as well as goodwill and equity roll forwards.
• Oversee acquisition and divestiture accounting for newly acquired and divested stores, including analysis, journal entries, and related account reconciliations and roll forwards.
• Assist in audit process including managing request lists, preparing schedules, and communicating with external auditors.
• Maintain thorough knowledge and understanding and stay abreast of changes to GAAP and SEC rules and regulations.
• Research and evaluate technical accounting issues and the related impact to the company’s financial statements.
• Aid in the development, documentation, and implementation of accounting policies and related internal controls as new accounting issues arise.
• Manage and train the Senior of External Reporting including performing periodic performance evaluations.
• Aid in the preparation of various deliverables for Audit Committee.
• Perform special accounting projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Mandatory: 4-year degree in accounting, CPA with 7+ years of related work experience
• Experience With Public Company/SEC Reporting
• Solid current working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and SEC regulations
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Strong time management, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills, advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, etc.
• Preferred: Hyperion and Essbase systems experience, Workiva experience, XBRL experience

Benefits And Perks

• Competitive compensation and 401k matching
• Health, dental, vision insurance plans
• Maternity benefits
• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
• Amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
• Partnership with cancer charities nationwide through DRV PNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars for cancer-related causes
• AutoNation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace and the services we provide
• Commitment to fostering a culture of belonging while contributing to revolutionary work in the automotive industry
• Innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions
• Wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and expert maintenance and repair services
• Over $40 million raised for cancer-related causes through DRV PNK mission