Financial Reporting Manager

Vaco Recruiter Services; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Financial Reporting Manager for a prominent company in Atlanta. This role supports SEC reporting and involves compliance with GAAP. Candidates should have CPA certification and at least 5 years of experience in public accounting or transaction advisory. The position offers significant growth potential and involves collaboration with Investor Relations and Legal teams, making it an impactful opportunity in a stable organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in public accounting or transaction advisory, preferably with Big 4.
• Experience drafting technical accounting memos.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Excellent technical accounting skills and experience writing memos.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review SEC filings including 10-Q and 10-K.
• Research and interpret complex accounting guidance.
• Support external reporting processes and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Partner with internal teams including Investor Relations, FP&A, Legal, and SEC Counsel.
• Assist with special projects related to technical accounting and new transactions.
• Drive process improvements and maintain strong internal controls.

Skills

CPA

Excellent technical accounting skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong knowledge of GAAP and SEC reporting requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

We are partnering with a publicly traded company in Atlanta on a search for a newly‑created Financial Reporting Manager opening. This individual will join a well‑established and tenured finance and accounting team. This role will play a critical part in supporting external reporting efforts and handling technical accounting matters, while collaborating with key internal stakeholders such as Investor Relations, FP&A, SEC Counsel, and Legal.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in public accounting or transaction advisory, with proven experience navigating complex accounting guidance and drafting technical memos. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable organization in a highly visible role with room for growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review SEC filings (10‑Q, 10‑K, and other required disclosures)
• Research and interpret complex accounting guidance; draft technical accounting memos
• Support external reporting processes and ensure compliance with GAAP and SEC regulations
• Partner with internal teams including Investor Relations, FP&A, Legal, and SEC Counsel
• Assist with special projects related to technical accounting and new transactions
• Drive process improvements and maintain strong internal controls

Requirements

• CPA required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of experience, preferably in public accounting or transaction advisory (Big 4 strongly preferred)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Excellent technical accounting skills and experience writing memos
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively across teams

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.