Director, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

Caleres, Inc.; Clayton, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Caleres, Inc. in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Director, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting to lead external reporting and regulatory compliance.

You will own the preparation, review, and filing of SEC reports (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K) and guide technical accounting policy development and SOX controls, partnering with executive leadership and the Audit Committee. This role offers broad visibility, leadership development, and opportunities to drive continuous improvements in the financial reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master's preferred.
• CPA certification preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or finance experience.
• Big Four or national public accounting experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and SOX compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation, review, and filing of SEC reports (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K) and ensure timeliness and quality.
• Oversee accurate corporate and consolidated financial statements and month-end close.
• Provide technical accounting leadership on complex matters and standards implementations.
• Partner with executive leadership and Audit Committee with impactful reporting materials.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and scalability in financial reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree

CPA certification

Job description

Caleres, Inc. in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Director, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting to lead external reporting and regulatory compliance.

You will own the preparation, review, and filing of SEC reports (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K) and guide technical accounting policy development and SOX controls, partnering with executive leadership and the Audit Committee. This role offers broad visibility, leadership development, and opportunities to drive continuous improvements in the financial reporting