Manager, Financial Reporting

Jobtailor; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Chicago seeks a senior finance leader to oversee financial reporting, SEC filings, and technical accounting. You will manage a team, guide performance, coaching, and development while coordinating with Investor Relations and Treasury to ensure accurate, timely disclosures.

This role requires a CPA, 5+ years in finance, with Big 4 experience a plus. You’ll drive SOX controls, annual impairment analyses, and complex reporting, shaping processes and adopting responsible AI practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; CPA preferred.
• Active CPA license required; Big 4 experience a plus.
• Experience with SEC reporting and US GAAP.
• Strong communication, organizational, and detail-oriented skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting processes including SEC filings, Investor Relations materials, and technical accounting matters.
• Oversee and develop team members, including performance management and coaching.
• Coordinate and prepare Forms 10-Q and 10-K filings with the SEC; review MD&A and footnotes.
• Drive SOX controls and annual impairment analyses; monitor changes in accounting standards.
• Partner with Investor Relations, Treasury, Legal, and other functions for accurate disclosures.
• Lead cross-functional projects and support data review and system implementations.

Skills

Financial Reporting

SEC Compliance

Team Leadership

US GAAP Knowledge

CPA License

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA License

Tools

Excel

Workiva

Hyperion Financial Management

Workday

MS Office

Job description

• Lead financial reporting processes, including SEC filings, Investor Relations materials, and technical accounting matters
• Oversee team members, including performance management, coaching, and development
• Delegate and prioritize team tasks during monthly and quarterly reporting periods
• Lead preparation and filing of Forms 10-Q and 10-K with the SEC
• Review consolidated financial statements, footnote disclosures, MD&A, and other filing sections
• Analyze and review monthly financial statements
• Develop and improve disclosures based on SEC requirements and new accounting standards
• Monitor SEC proposed and final rules for timely implementation and compliance
• Coordinate and prepare prospectus filings, registration statements, and pro forma financial information
• Partner with Investor Relations on earnings releases, dividend releases, and earnings release scripts
• Collaborate with Investor Relations, Treasury, Legal, Systems, FP&A, Sales and Margin Accounting, and Corporate Accounting
• Review internal reporting materials for Executive Committee and CFO reporting decks
• Maintain internal accounting controls supporting SOX compliance
• Perform annual goodwill and long-lived intangible asset impairment or segment reporting analysis
• Lead preparation and review of earnings per share calculations and statements of cash flow
• Assist with data review and new system implementation projects
• Participate in cross-functional special projects
• Support technical accounting projects involving contract review controls, acquisitions, and debt offerings
• Champion responsible AI adoption and continuous learning as a leader

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of relevant finance and/or accounting experience
• 1+ years of managerial experience
• Active CPA license
• Public/industry accounting experience; Big 4 public accounting firm experience is a plus
• Proficient knowledge of US GAAP and SEC rules and requirements
• Experience in SEC reporting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills with critical attention to detail
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Experience leading a dynamic team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with strong experience in Excel
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience implementing process improvements driving efficiency and quality
• Ability to build rapport and maintain productive cross-functional working relationships
• Experience in Workiva, Hyperion Financial Management, and Workday is a plus

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in financial reporting, SEC compliance, and technical accounting, with a strong focus on team leadership and cross‑functional collaboration. Proficient in US GAAP, SEC rules, and advanced analytical skills to drive process improvements and maintain internal controls.

Highest‑signal resume keywords

• Financial Reporting
• SEC Compliance
• Team Leadership
• US GAAP Knowledge
• CPA License

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Financial Analysis
• Technical Accounting
• Earnings Per Share Calculations
• Consolidated Financial Statements
• Process Improvement
• Data Review
• Goodwill Impairment Analysis
• Monthly Financial Statements
• Forms 10-Q and 10-K Preparation
• Internal Accounting Controls

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Ability to Balance Priorities
• Relationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

• Active CPA License

Industry Keywords

• SEC Filings
• Investor Relations
• Public Accounting
• Big 4 Experience
• SOX Compliance

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Excel
• Workiva
• Hyperion Financial Management
• Workday