Manager of Financial Reporting

CFS; Downers Grove (IL); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Top notch benefits

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

CFS, based in Downers Grove, IL, seeks Manager of Financial Reporting to oversee SEC reporting and GAAP research, ensuring compliance with SEC rules and internal controls.

You will manage Form 10-Q/10-K filings, equity disclosures, and provide analysis of complex accounting matters, including revenue recognition, leases, and software. The role requires CPA and 6+ years' experience, with Big 4 or public company background, and offers a hybrid schedule with a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.
• CPA certification required or active pursuit with CPA status.
• Minimum 6+ years of relevant experience in GAAP, SEC, or public accounting.
• Experience at a Big 4 or mid-tier public accounting firm or public company preferred.
• Strong analytical, technical, and communication skills; proficient in U.S. GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Interpret complex accounting issues under GAAP and FASB guidance.
• Prepare and file SEC documents, including Form 10-Q and Form 10-K.
• Maintain and test internal controls related to SOX 404.
• Conduct technical accounting research and document positions.
• Provide recommendations to management on accounting treatments.
• Coordinate with auditors and legal to ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical accounting

Communication

Excel skills

Education

B.S. or B.A. in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Manager of Financial Reporting role supports a growing publicly traded organization by overseeing SEC financial reporting activities and conducting technical accounting research to support GAAP, SEC, and internal control requirements.

Role Overview

In this position, you will manage the preparation and filing of SEC financial-related documents, including technical accounting position papers and internal controls related to global accounting policies and new guidance from the FASB and the SEC.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret complex accounting issues and resolve them using established procedures under GAAP, including matters related to revenue recognition, internally developed software, and leases.
• Conduct technical research and analysis of appropriate accounting treatment and adapt known methods as business needs evolve.
• Provide recommendations to executive management regarding action or changes to established methods.
• Ensure compliance with SEC reporting rules by preparing and filing required documents accurately and on time.
• Prepare and review Form 10-Q, Form 10-K, and other SEC filings, including financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, statements of shareholders’ equity, and statements of cash flows), footnote disclosures, and MD&A.
• Assist with the development, maintenance, and compliance of internal controls connected to global accounting policies and newly issued accounting and reporting guidance.
• Prepare Press Release financials, including GAAP to Non-GAAP reconciliations.
• Research and draft position papers for technical accounting topics and evaluate the financial impact of pending or new accounting pronouncements.
• Prepare equity-related calculations and disclosures, including share-based compensation expense, earnings per share, and related equity disclosures for inclusion in Form 10-Q and Form 10-K filings.
• Support compliance with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX 404) by maintaining effective internal controls over the financial reporting process.
• Continuously improve and streamline reporting processes and controls.
• Support ad-hoc projects, primarily involving M&A, systems implementations, and revenue.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. or B.A. in Accounting
• CPA
• 6+ years of relevant experience, including experience at a Big 4 or a mid-tier public accounting firm or at a publicly traded company
• Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills, including proficiency with U.S. GAAP and FASB standards
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Technology

• Excel

Compensation and Work Arrangement

• Location: Downers Grove, IL (hybrid)
• Salary: USD 130,000 to 150,000 per year

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule
• Top notch benefits
• $130,000-$150,000 + bonus

Why Work for CFS

• Stable and growing company with ongoing acquisitions, creating additional opportunity
• Smart and talented team
• Opportunity to make an impact and add value
• High visibility
• Examples of internal promotion and upward mobility