Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting Senior Manager

First Western Trust; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 108,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health & wellness benefits

Paid parking

Paid time off

Professional development

Certifications sponsorship

Collaborative culture

Job summary

First Western Trust is seeking a Senior Manager of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting to lead SEC filings and regulatory reporting, ensuring GAAP compliance and effective internal controls. The role drives technical accounting policy, analyzes new standards, and coordinates close processes with the accounting team.

You will mentor a team, oversee cross-department collaboration, and partner with leadership to deliver accurate financial reporting and investor communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• Master’s degree in Accounting is preferred.
• 7–10 years of public accounting and external reporting for a publicly traded company.
• 1-3 years of financial services industry experience preferred.
• CPA required (CPA track considered with equivalent experience).
• Expert knowledge of GAAP, XBRL data tagging, and direct experience drafting SEC filings required.
• Excel proficiency and strong communication, organization and PM skills implied.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all SEC and regulatory filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, etc.) and monitor the financial reporting calendar.
• Lead and review accounting, reporting and documentation of key processes (ACL, stock compensation, investments).
• Train and coach the Reporting and Technical Accounting team to high performance.
• Serve as US GAAP subject matter expert for technical issues and memos.
• Support FDICIA and SOX compliance and internal controls.
• Direct compilation of monthly close package, board reports, investor communications, and other GAAP reporting.
• Ensure timely close processes and gather supporting schedules for SEC/regulatory reports.
• Identify emerging accounting guidance and prepare technical memorandums.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree in Accounting

Tools

SEC filing process

Job description

Location: Denver, CO (In-Office)

Job Type: Full-Time Exempt

Salary: $108,000 - $173,000/YR *Actual offer will be based on experience, location, education, and/or skills*

Applications should be submitted for consideration no later than 08/31/2026.

Who We’re Looking For

You are an experienced accounting leader with deep expertise in SEC reporting, technical accounting, and regulatory compliance. You enjoy solving complex accounting issues, leading teams, and partnering across the organization to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. You bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex accounting matters to a variety of stakeholders.

About the Role

The Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting Senior Manager will develop, review, analyze, monitor, and submit all SEC and Regulatory filings (i.e. Call Report, Y-9C) in accordance with required regulatory and GAAP principles and practices. This position will oversee all aspects of certain technical accounting topics as well as internal controls over financial reporting (“ICFR”). Candidate will also take the lead on identifying, analyzing impact, documenting conclusions and implementing changes for any new accounting standards deemed to likely impact to the Company. This position works under the direction of the Director, Accounting and Operations and Controller.

• Oversees all Company external financial reports, and filings required by the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).
• Responsible for compilation, review and filing of the Proxy, 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and other regulatory reports (i.e. Call Report, Y-9C, Y-9LP) and monitoring the financial reporting calendar to ensure deadlines are being met timely.
• Leads and reviews the accounting, reporting and documentation of key bank processes – ACL, stock compensation, investments, and equity investments.
• Train and coach the Reporting and Technical Accounting team, ensuring the highest standard of performance, teamwork, development and service.
• Be the US GAAP subject matter expertise and assist reporting team in ensuring technical issues are well analyzed and reflected in company’s technical memos and financials.
• Support FDICIA and SOX compliance and internal control matters.
• Directs compilation of the Company’s financial reports such as monthly close package, board reporting, investor communications, and other required GAAP based reporting.
• Ensure close process, as it relates to Reporting and Technical Accounting area, is timely and create a process to gather and compile all supporting schedules and reports that flow into various SEC and regulatory reports.
• Monitor and ensure timely identification and compliance with emerging accounting guidance, provide US GAAP interpretation and prepare technical memorandums that document issues in a clear, logical and comprehensive manner.
• Responsible for accounting policy creation, updates and review, discerning the accurate application of GAAP and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting.
• Manages the tracking and reporting on all stock compensation plans and related accounting treatment, including, but not limited to grants, exercises, forfeitures for option and restricted stock plans.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Master’s degree in Accounting preferred.
• 7–10 years of public accounting and external reporting for a publicly traded company.
• 1-3 years of financial services industry experience preferred.
• Expert knowledge of GAAP, XBRL data tagging, and direct experience drafting SEC filings required.
• CPA upon hire required (CPA track considered with equivalent experience).
• Experience researching and implementing accounting standards.
• Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills.
• Expert Microsoft Excel skills required.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary: $108,000 - $173,000/YR, plus strong bonus potential.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Paid parking and transportation benefits.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including:
  • Health savings accounts (HSA)
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off and bank holidays.
• Access to training and professional development programs.
• Sponsorship and support for obtaining professional certifications.
• A culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and shared success.

Who We Are

At First Western Trust, we’re more than just a financial institution—we’re a team of forward-thinkers committed to excellence, innovation, and impact. Our culture thrives on teamwork and mutual respect, grounded in the belief that diverse perspectives fuel creativity and help us tackle challenges in fresh, effective ways.

We celebrate each other’s successes, welcome new ideas, and take personal ownership in everything we do. A genuine desire to positively impact our clients, communities, and one another drives our work. We meet challenges with a growth mindset, act with urgency and accountability, and constantly strive to raise the bar for ourselves and our clients.

Leadership at First Western means setting an example and fostering a culture of trust, transparency, and respect. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or bringing years of experience, you’ll find a welcoming community where your contributions are valued and your potential is boundless.

We expect our people to:

• Demand and reward excellence.
• Take action and responsibility.
• Collaborate, communicate openly, and give/receive feedback with trust.
• Go above and beyond to do what’s right—always.

If that sounds like you, you’ll fit right in.

Learn more at myfw.com or email [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

First Western Trust is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where every team member is valued and given the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. For accommodation requests, please contact [e-mail].

Region A Pay Range

Pay Range: $108,000 USD - $173,000 USD