Financial Reporting Manager

Mesa Laboratories, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 101,500 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus 15% of company performance

Annual equity award $14,000

Flexible Time Off Policy

401(k) plan with company match

Tiered Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

A progressive financial firm is seeking a Financial Reporting Manager to ensure transparency and reliability in financial reporting. The role involves managing SEC filings, performing technical accounting research, and supporting audit processes. The ideal candidate will have a CPA, a bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, and 4-8 years of relevant experience. This position offers competitive compensation and a remote work option.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of financial accounting or audit experience.
• Preferred experience with a listed public company subject to SEC regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP, SEC topics, and SOX.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Form 10‑Qs and Form 10‑Ks in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Perform monthly and quarterly close activities, journal entries, account reconciliations.
• Conduct SOX compliance procedures and provide audit support.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Financial Reporting Manager – Mesa Laboratories, Inc.

Remote, preferred location Colorado.

Base Compensation Range: $101,500 - $127,000.

Benefits and Perks

• Annual bonus 15% of company performance.
• Annual equity award $14,000.
• Benefits effective first day of month after start.
• Tiered Medical, Dental, Vision insurance; HSA; FSA.
• Company paid short- and long-term disability (unless state plan).
• Company paid life insurance and AD&D.
• Flexible Time Off Policy.
• Paid sick leave 48 hours per calendar year.
• Eligible employees may receive four weeks paid Caregiver leave after one year of service or per state laws.
• 401(k) plan: 4% Safe Harbor company match on 4% employee contribution starting Day 1.
• Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources via Cigna and NY Life.
• Nine paid company holidays per year.

Job Summary

Essential to ensuring Mesa’s external financial reporting transparency, reliability, and timeliness. Report quarterly and annual SEC filings in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. Perform technical accounting research projects, general accounting procedures, audit support, and special project leadership.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Prepare Form 10‑Qs and Form 10‑Ks, including financial statements and footnotes, in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Prepare Form 8‑Ks, Proxy Statements, and other SEC filings as requested.
• Manage preparation and review of XBRL.
• Prepare disclosure checklists and monitor new accounting pronouncements.
• Perform monthly and quarterly close activities, journal entries, account reconciliations, intercompany elimination entries, consolidation, and analysis.
• Support recurring technical accounting projects such as equity award valuation, lease modifications, goodwill impairment testing.
• Collaborate with external specialists and internal colleagues on significant transactions; research and provide GAAP treatments.
• Assess impact, timing, and preferred adoption methodology for new accounting pronouncements.
• Communicate findings verbally and in written format, including formal technical memos.
• Perform SOX compliance procedures and audit support.
• Identify process improvement and automation opportunities.
• Occasional travel to Mesa sites, less than quarterly.

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA required.
• 4‑8 years of financial accounting or audit experience.
• Preferred experience with a listed public company subject to SEC regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP, SEC topics, and SOX.
• Proven auditor experience.

Knowledge & Skillsets Required

• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaboration across all organization levels.
• High attention to detail and integrity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel; advanced Excel highly preferred.
• Ability to work independently, manage shifting priorities, and communicate clearly.

Mesa Labs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Mesa Labs prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. Please note that Mesa Labs conducts criminal background checks upon offer acceptance.