Financial Reporting Manager

Andrews & Cole; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company based in Bethesda, Maryland is seeking an experienced accounting professional to partner with senior leadership and external auditors. The candidate will be responsible for GAAP analyses, quarterly and annual financial reporting, and have a strong command of US GAAP and SEC regulations. The role requires a CPA and 3-7+ years of experience in public accounting. Strong project management and interpersonal skills are essential in this self-motivated position.

Qualifications

• 3-7+ years of relevant experience, including public accounting.
• Experience researching and implementing US GAAP and SEC rules.
• Familiarity with various ASC standards (606, 842, 810, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership for GAAP analyses.
• Assist in quarterly and annual financial statement preparations.
• Drive process improvements and enhance accounting documentation.

Skills

Technical accounting support

Project management

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

CPA

Job description

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership and external auditors to perform GAAP analyses for complex transactions and technical accounting matters; document conclusions in formal accounting position papers and support communication with cross-functional business partners.
• Research proposed transactions and collaborate with operations and corporate development to evaluate alternative structures and financial outcomes.
• Provide technical accounting support for recurring areas including capitalized software, impairments, joint ventures, receivables, revenue recognition, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Research newly issued accounting standards and assist with the development and execution of related implementation plans.
• Support alignment between operational teams and technical accounting requirements, including the adoption of new accounting standards.
• Regularly review and enhance accounting policy documentation, identifying inefficiencies and leading process improvement initiatives.
• Develop strong relationships with peers and leaders across the organization to promote adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and SEC filings, including current reports, in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. Drive continuous improvements through process enhancements.
• Support proposed changes to the presentation of SEC filings based on research of literature, implementation guidance, and industry filings, in coordination with external auditors.
• Prepare, compile, and present statements of cash flows.
• Lead internal control and process improvement initiatives in response to evolving business needs, industry best practices, and new accounting or financial reporting guidance.
• Serve as a key liaison with external auditors, supporting the planning and coordination of financial reporting aspects of the audit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• CPA
• 3-7+ years of relevant experience, including public accounting.
• Experience researching and implementing US GAAP and SEC rules and regulations.
• Experience or familiarity with ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 810, ASC 350, ASC 805, ASC 718, ASC 326, ASC 323
• Detail oriented, and can manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Strong project management skills
• Self-motivated with drive to continuously improve communication, processes, and systems.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to delegate and manage effectively.