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Senior Manager, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

Compass Real Estate - Peninsula · Manhattan, NY · 2 days ago
Accounting$136k–$152k/yrFull-time

Job Summary

The Senior Manager of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting will prepare and review consolidated financial statements and footnotes for quarterly and annual SEC filings, ensuring full compliance with US GAAP and disclosure requirements. They will also lead qualitative and quantitative analyses for periodic and ad hoc reporting, assist with M&A activities, monitor developments in accounting and reporting standards, and manage accounting for equity transactions and stock-based compensation.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review consolidated financial statements and footnotes for quarterly and annual SEC filings, ensuring full compliance with US GAAP and disclosure requirements.
  • Prepare and review tie-outs of all financial content in investor materials, financial statements, and ad hoc executive analyses.
  • Lead qualitative and quantitative analyses for periodic and ad hoc reporting, including assessing and challenging the appropriateness of disclosures.
  • Maintain the quarterly reporting calendar and tracking progress against reporting milestones.
  • Assist with M&A activities, including financial diligence, purchase accounting, and post-acquisition matters such as earnouts.
  • Monitor developments in accounting and reporting standards from the SEC, FASB, and PCAOB; evaluate the impact and prepare related technical accounting documentation.
  • Manage accounting for all equity transactions and stock-based compensation, including valuation, expense recognition, tax impacts, and EPS calculations.
  • Cook up coordination with external auditors on SEC filings and controls testing.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or other Business-related field
  • CPA required
  • 5-7 years’ experience in a Big 4 accounting firm with recent experience on a publicly traded client and/or external reporting/accounting function at a large publicly traded company
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Direct experience with SEC reporting (Regulation S-X and S-K) and preparation of financial statements and footnotes of public companies
  • Strong US GAAP acumen and understanding of financial reporting (SEC, 10-K, 10-Q)
  • Experience with equity, stock-based compensation, and EPS is a plus
  • Strong work ethic with good judgment, initiative, and excellent attention to detail
  • The ability to sustain productivity in a fast-paced environment, maintain composure and focus under pressure and deadline
  • Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required

Qualifications

  • BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • CPA certification
  • 5-7 years of relevant experience in a Big 4 accounting firm or similar environment
  • Experience with SEC reporting and financial statement preparation
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Benefits

  • Competitive base pay range of $136,400 - $151,600 annually
  • Annual bonuses and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package
  • Full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, and recharge leave
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
  • Commuter program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet insurance

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