Director of Financial Reporting

Ascendo Resources; Miami, Fort Lauderdale (FL, FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendo Resources seeks a Director of Financial Reporting to lead the company’s GAAP financial reporting, SEC filings, and disclosures. You will work closely with Corporate Controller, CFO, and the Board to ensure accurate reporting and timely filings.

The role requires expert knowledge of GAAP, SEC requirements, XBRL, and SOX 404, with strong leadership and communication skills to manage auditors and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Experience with XBRL and SEC filings processes.
• Strong leadership and ability to drive cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting.
• Coordinate 10-Q/8-K and other SEC filing activities with legal and auditors.
• Interact with internal and external auditors on GAAP and SOX 404.
• Lead disclosure committee processes and policy implementation.
• Provide analysis and memos on accounting matters for senior management.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

SEC reporting

SOX 404

XBRL

Financial analysis

Leadership & team development

Communication with boards

Job description

DescriptionFantastic opportunity for a well recognized and reputable company currently searching for a Director of Financial Reporting. This is a high visibility position with direct communication to Corporate Controller, CFO, and Board. The director will be responsible for:

• Ability to demonstrate a high level of initiative and commitment towards meeting strict deadlines and completing assignments efficiently and with attention to detail.


• Demonstrate comprehensive and advanced knowledge of GAAP accounting and financial reporting requirements of the SEC including all technical aspects of the accounting for:


• Stock Based Compensation.


• Leases


• Revenue recognition


• XBRL


• Preparation of monthly business review reports for distribution to the Board and senior management.


• Assist legal department with various type of legal SEC filings (i.e. Proxy, Annual Meeting, 8-K, Registration Statements, etc.)


• Assist with preparation of information for quarterly investor calls


• Interact with internal and external auditors regarding SEC and GAAP reporting matters and audits.


• Oversee certain SOX 404 accounting processes through all phases of documentation, testing and remediation. Reviews documentation on a routine basis to ensure it remains current and accurate.


• Organize and run on a quarterly basis the Company’s disclosure committee meeting


• Coordinate 10Q/K certification process


• Design, write and ensure effective and practical implementation of corporate policies relating to financial reporting.


• Monitor current developments in SEC and GAAP accounting policies and disclosure requirements through use of accounting research tools and discussions with management. Assesses the impact of relevant guidance on the Company's accounting and disclosures in Company’s SEC filings and earnings releases. Prepare memoranda supporting Company’s position and the impact on the Company.


• Ability to build critical business relationships internally and externally. A proven leader with a focus on communication and team development.


• Provide management decision support and critical analysis


• Drive process design, implementation and improvement


• Assist with system implementation related to financial reporting


• Strong analytical ability and strong business acumen


• Fully developed written and verbal communications skills.


• Assist with potential M&A Transactions and various due diligence projects.


• Assist with and/or complete ad hoc projects as requested.