Manager, External Reporting

CFS; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Manager, Finance - External Reporting to own the SEC reporting process and partner with senior leadership on external communications with investors and regulators. This high-visibility role offers exposure to Audit Committee members, Investor Relations, and cross-functional finance teams.

You will oversee complex topics such as business combinations, consolidations, impairment, lease accounting, and SOX controls while driving process improvements and automation across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA license required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including SEC reporting in public company.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and review of SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K).
• Manage external reporting processes and calendars; ensure disclosures align.
• Perform technical accounting research and memos for complex transactions.
• Partner with Investor Relations, Legal, Treasury, FP&A, and auditors on external reporting.
• Oversee SOX controls, accounting policies, and staff development in external reporting.

Skills

SEC reporting

External reporting

Technical accounting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA license required

Job description

Ready to take ownership of SEC reporting at a publicly traded company in one of the fastest-evolving industries? This is a high-visibility opportunity to partner with senior leadership, sharpen your technical accounting expertise, and help shape how financial results are communicated to investors and regulators.

Manager, Finance - External Reporting

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Gain direct exposure to executive leadership, Audit Committee members, Investor Relations, and cross-functional finance teams
• Play a key role in SEC reporting, technical accounting, and external financial communications for a publicly traded organization
• Expand your expertise across complex accounting topics including business combinations, consolidations, impairment, lease accounting, and SOX compliance
• Leverage modern reporting tools, while helping drive process improvements and automation
• Step into a highly visible role with strong leadership development opportunities and a path toward broader finance leadership positions

Target Compensation: 130k-150k based off experience level

Key Responsibilities For The Manager, Finance - External Reporting

• Lead preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and related financial disclosures
• Manage external reporting processes, reporting calendars, disclosure controls, tie-outs, etc.
• Perform technical accounting research and prepare accounting memos for complex transactions and emerging accounting matters
• Partner with Investor Relations, Legal, Treasury, FP&A, and auditors to ensure accurate and consistent external reporting
• Oversee key reporting areas, SOX controls, accounting policies, and staff development within the external reporting function

Qualifications For The Manager, Finance - External Reporting

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and active CPA license required
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including SEC reporting within a publicly traded company
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements

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