Associate Manager, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting

Altria; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Professional development stipends

Parental leave

Job summary

Altria is seeking an Associate Manager, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting in a hybrid role based in Richmond, VA. You will lead technical accounting research, prepare SEC disclosures, and collaborate with finance, legal, and auditors to strengthen reporting and controls.

Relocation benefits are available, and the position offers exposure to senior leadership and enterprise initiatives. The role emphasizes SOX controls, audit-ready memoranda, and continuous improvement in accounting processes,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; U.S. CPA preferred.
• 6+ years in public accounting, SEC reporting, consolidations, or technical accounting in a large public company.
• Experience preparing or contributing to SEC filings and disclosures.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• SOX compliance experience and control environment familiarity.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Experience with Workiva, Oracle FCCS or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical accounting research for strategic transactions and SEC reporting.
• Prepare disclosures, footnotes, and supporting schedules for SEC filings.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, business partners, and external auditors.
• Assess impact of new accounting standards and regulatory developments.
• Assist with SOX compliance programs and internal controls.
• Develop accounting memoranda and technical analyses for complex matters.
• Use reporting systems and automation to improve accuracy and control.
• Drive continuous improvement in accounting, reporting, and processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification (preferred)

Tools

Workiva

Oracle FCCS

Job description

Are you looking for a technical accounting and SEC reporting role where your work directly influences financial reporting, business decisions, and enterprise initiatives? As an Associate Manager, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting, you will help ensure the integrity of external reporting while providing accounting guidance on complex transactions, critical initiatives, and evolving business activities. This is a hybrid position based in Richmond, VA, with relocation benefits available.

Get ready to join a high-impact Controller organization responsible for technical accounting and SEC filing oversight across the enterprise! This role offers exposure to senior leadership, complex accounting matters, and cross-functional business initiatives while providing opportunities to strengthen financial reporting processes and the control environment.

What you will be doing:

• Leading technical accounting research and analyses for strategic transactions and SEC reporting matters, including researching accounting guidance, evaluating accounting considerations, and developing well-supported accounting conclusions.
• Preparing and maintaining assigned disclosures, footnotes, and supporting schedules for SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 11-K.
• Collaborating with finance, legal, business partners, and external auditors to capture information, provide accounting analyses, and execute technical accounting and reporting deliverables.
• Assessing the impact of new accounting standards and regulatory developments on financial reporting, disclosures, processes, and internal controls.
• Assisting with SOX compliance activities, disclosure controls, and other initiatives that strengthen the financial reporting control environment.
• Developing clear and concise, audit-ready accounting memoranda, technical analyses, and supporting documentation that facilitate effective review and decision-making.
• Using financial reporting systems, automation capabilities, and new technologies to improve reporting accuracy, efficiency, consistency, and control effectiveness.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives by identifying accounting, reporting, control, and operational improvement opportunities that strengthen governance and modernize ways of working.

We want you to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; U.S. CPA certification strongly preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in public accounting, SEC reporting, consolidations, technical accounting, or a combination of these areas within a large public company environment.
• Experience preparing, reviewing or significantly contributing to SEC filings, including financial statement disclosures, supporting schedules, tie-outs, and related reporting documentation.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements, including competence in researching, interpreting, and applying accounting insights to complex transactions.
• Experience supporting SOX compliance programs, disclosure controls, or internal controls over financial reporting.
• Experience preparing technical accounting memoranda, accounting analyses, and documentation supporting complex accounting matters.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical accounting concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience with financial reporting and enterprise systems, including Workiva, Oracle FCCS, or comparable reporting and consolidation platforms preferred.
• Ability to manage several priorities, achieve time-sensitive results, and perform efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to accuracy, continuous learning, and delivering high-quality work in a collaborative team environment.

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $104,900.00 - $152,150.00.

Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria

At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here:

• Work where connection and flexibility meet — enjoy the benefits of in-person collaboration three days a week (Tuesday - Thursday), while maintaining the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Our hybrid approach empowers you to stay connected, collaborate with colleagues, and manage your schedule in a way that works best for you.
• Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully.
• A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real.
• Get recognized for your work — annual merit increases and performance bonus.
• A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%–17% of your base salary.
• Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends.
• Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
• Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life.
• A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.

At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.