Senior Manager, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting (Pre IPO)

Job Details

This individual will lead external reporting and technical accounting efforts while partnering cross-functionally on broader accounting, operational, and strategic finance initiatives.

This is not a siloed SEC role, the ideal candidate is a well-rounded accounting leader with experience navigating complex transactions, scaling processes, supporting IPO readiness, and driving accounting excellence across the organization.

Responsibilities

• SEC Reporting & Financial Statements
• Lead preparation and filing of SEC reports (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, S-1, Proxy) in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC rules
• Oversee consolidated financial statements, including cash flow, equity, and footnote disclosures
• Manage reporting timelines, disclosure controls, tie-outs, and filing processes
• Manage XBRL tagging, validation, and filing
• Serve as primary liaison with external auditors on reporting-related matters
• Technical Accounting & Compliance
• Research and document technical accounting matters, including revenue recognition, equity, stock compensation, business combinations, leases, and other complex transactions
• Evaluate and implement new accounting standards and SEC guidance
• Prepare technical accounting memos and support audit reviews
• Aid with SEC comment letter responses and regulatory matters
• IPO & Public Company Readiness
• Support IPO readiness, including registration statements and SEC filings
• Partner with leadership on finance transformation and process improvement initiatives
• Help build scalable accounting policies, reporting procedures, and close processes
• Aid in developing reporting calendars, internal controls, and public-company best practices
• Cross-Functional Support & Analysis
• Partner with FP&A and Investor Relations on MD&A and variance analysis
• Provide financial analysis and reporting insights to leadership
• Drive process improvements, automation, and operational efficiencies across the finance function
• Aid in broader financial reporting initiatives
• Systems & Workiva
• Lead Workiva setup, administration, and reporting processes
• Improve automation, standardization, and reporting efficiency
• Serve as liaison between Finance, IT, and external advisors
• Audit & External Reporting
• Act as primary contact for external auditors on SEC reporting
• Provide schedules, memos, and supporting documentation
• Support quarterly reviews and annual audits

Qualifications

• Experience supporting or leading IPO transactions
• 5+ years of experience in SEC reporting, preferably in a pre-IPO environment.
• Prior audit committee or executive-level presentation experience
• Experience with Workiva or similar reporting software.