Director of External Reporting

Vernovis; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Vernovis is seeking a Director (or Manager) of SEC Reporting in Cincinnati, OH to lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close, consolidate financial results, and deliver timely reporting packages for executive leadership.

You will partner with external auditors, strengthen SOX controls, and drive process improvements across accounting and finance in a growing public company environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience with significant exposure to SEC reporting and public company financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and external reporting requirements.
• Led the preparation and filing of SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and Proxy Statements, ensuring compliance with all reporting requirements.
• Experience managing close, consolidation, and financial reporting processes in a public company environment.
• Proven track record coordinating with external auditors and leading audit-related deliverables.
• Experience designing, maintaining, and improving SOX compliance and internal control frameworks.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close and consolidation processes to deliver accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and manage audit and review activities throughout the year.
• Prepare and present financial reporting packages, Board materials, and executive-level analyses for senior leadership.
• Maintain and enhance SOX compliance programs, internal controls, and financial reporting governance processes.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and reporting efficiencies across the accounting and finance organization.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and integration activities, including due diligence, purchase accounting, and post-acquisition reporting.
• Partner closely with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Legal, and operational leadership on technical accounting and complex reporting matters.

Skills

SEC reporting leadership

GAAP knowledge

Close & consolidation

Audit coordination

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Workiva

OneStream

Hyperion

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Director (Or Manager), SEC Reporting

Who We Are

Vernovis is a Total Talent Solutions company specializing in Technology, Cybersecurity, and Finance & Accounting. We connect high-performing professionals with impactful opportunities across Ohio and the Midwest.

What Experience You'll Have

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience with significant exposure to SEC reporting and public company financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and external reporting requirements.
• Led the preparation and filing of SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and Proxy Statements, ensuring compliance with all reporting requirements.
• Experience managing close, consolidation, and financial reporting processes in a public company environment.
• Proven track record coordinating with external auditors and leading audit-related deliverables.
• Experience designing, maintaining, and improving SOX compliance and internal control frameworks.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close and consolidation processes to deliver accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and manage audit and review activities throughout the year.
• Prepare and present financial reporting packages, Board materials, and executive-level analyses for senior leadership.
• Maintain and enhance SOX compliance programs, internal controls, and financial reporting governance processes.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and reporting efficiencies across the accounting and finance organization.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and integration activities, including due diligence, purchase accounting, and post-acquisition reporting.
• Partner closely with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Legal, and operational leadership on technical accounting and complex reporting matters.

What Experience is Nice to Have

• CPA certification.
• Public accounting experience, preferably with a Big 4 or large regional firm.
• Experience with technical accounting research and implementation of new accounting standards.
• Exposure to mergers and acquisitions, purchase accounting, and integration activities.
• Experience with financial reporting automation, reporting systems, or large multi-entity organizations.
• Familiarity with reporting and consolidation tools such as Workiva, OneStream, Hyperion, Oracle, or SAP.

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