Manager, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

Core Spaces, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Spaces, LLC is seeking an SEC Reporting Manager to lead the preparation and filing of Form 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K for a non-traded REIT. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, maintain disclosure controls, and drive close-to-report processes within the SOX framework.

The role requires strong US GAAP knowledge, experience with SEC rules, and collaboration with auditors. Located in Chicago, the position offers visibility across leadership and fast-paced growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting; CPA preferred.
• 6–9 years of progressive experience in public accounting or SEC reporting.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and SEC disclosure understanding.
• Experience coordinating external audits and with Big 4 firms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and filing of Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K and related SEC submissions.
• Coordinate internal controls and quarterly close-to-filing workflow.
• Draft MD&A in collaboration with senior leadership and accounting teams.
• Oversee XBRL tagging and ensure data accuracy.
• Collaborate with external auditors and advisors as needed.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

SEC reporting

Technical writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

SEC reporting software

Job description

Who We Are Core Spaces (Core) is more than a real estate company; it’s a people company. Where building relationships is just as important as building properties. From researchers and architects to designers and operators, Core is made up of risk takers and dreamers who are on a mission to invent the future of living. Our six cultural values guide us every day and we strive to live them in everything we do: PUSH (Invent Better Places to Live), GRIT (We Got This), LIFT (Help Each Other Win), SHINE (Bring Your Full Self), UPHOLD (Never Break Trust), GROW (Always Get Better). Everything Core does stem from this culture of collaboration and innovation, and the drive to constantly improve the resident experience. This unique approach has led to creating spaces and services that are redefining the way people live . What We Do Founded in 2010, Core is a vertically integrated real estate investment manager focussed on acquiring, developing and managing across the student housing and build-to-rent (“BTR”) sectors. Its residential communities feature world-class amenities, progressive design, and hospitality-driven service. Core’s student housing portfolio includes over 74,440 beds currently owned or managed, with a pipeline of over 53,860 beds in various stages of development. Core’s BTR division has over 3,000 homes under development, now leasing or in its pipeline in high-growth metros nationwide. For more information, visit www.corespaces.

• com. Portfolio and pipeline numbers as of Q1 2026Benefits That M
• atter A culture that provides you with a sense of bel
• ongingCompetitive pay that values your contrib
• utionsIncentives designed to reward your achiev
• ementsPaid flexible PTO to disconnect or celebrate life mile
• stonesPaid 14+ holidays, including your birthday, to disconnect and cel
• ebratePaid Parental Leave that begins after 9
• 0 daysPaid volunteer time off to give back to your com
• munityMonthly workshop weeks; fewer meetings & more collabo
• rationRobust health plan options that begin within at least 30 days of your empl
• oymentMonthly phone reimbur
• sementWellness allowance and perks, including a yearly subscription to a meditati
• on appAn environment that provides you a voice to share your perspe
• ctivesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for access to confidential support se
• rvicesCompany retirement options including 401(k) + matching & Roth account optionPosition Ov erview Core’s SEC Reporting Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing and managing all aspects of Core’s SEC reporting. You will be responsible for leading the preparation of SEC filings for a non-traded REIT, ensuring accurate and complete disclosures in accordance with US GAAP and SEC requirements, maintaining and enhancing disclosure controls and processes in compliance with Core’s SOX framework and driving close-to-report transformation initiatives to support operational efficiency and business growth. This role will serve as the operational lead across disclosure presentation, cross-functional coordination and audit coordination. In addition to supporting the non-traded REIT, the SEC Reporting Manager will also provide technical accounting memos and conclusions to our non-SEC entities through research and an alysis. What You Will Do SEC
• Reporting Manage the preparation, review and timely filing of Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, and related SEC submissions in compliance with US GAAP and SEC re
• quirementsCollaborate with key stakeholders to clarify and simplify technical rules and regulations to ensure accurate and complete data are provided to support key d
• isclosuresDraft and refine Management's Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) in collaboration with senior leadership, general counsel and accounting/fin
• ance teamsLead the quarterly close-to-filing reporting workflow, including coordination of interna
• l controlsOversee XBRL/iXBRL tagging and reportin
• g accuracyContinuously improve reporting processes, automation, and governanc e controlsTechnical
• Accounting Maintain and update reporting policies, ensuring appropriate interpretation, communication and implementation of standards and disclosure r
• equirementsMonitor and provide analysis on changing or new FASB or SEC disclosure rules that may impact future financial reporting and share with accounting/finance leade
• rship teamsPartner with Accounting teams on ad-hoc projects to develop comprehensive impact assessments related to accounting policies, processes and controls for both public and non-public reporti ng entitiesAudit
• / controls Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting and support audit activities, including coordination of quarterly reviews and a
• nnual auditsInterface directly with external auditors on review and fil
• ing commentsOccasional travel may be necessa
• ry as neededPerform all other duties and tasks as assigned b
• y managementMust be able to complete all physical requirements of this role with or without a reasonable a ccommodationIdeally,
• You'll Have Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting; CPA
• is preferred6-9 years of progressive experience in public accounting and/or
• SEC reportingDemonstrated ownership of full-cycle SEC filings (10-Q and 10-K experience
• is essential)A deep, working knowledge of US GAAP and SEC disclosur
• e regulationsStrong technical writing capabilities (MD&A drafting experien ce preferred)You'll Crush It If You Have Ex
• perience With Big 4 pub
• lic accountingStrong technical writing capabilities (MD&A drafting experie
• nce preferred)Coordinating external audit
• review processNon‑listed REITs that establish a NAV or strike a periodi
• c share price.Workflows with an external fund administrator and
• transfer agentSEC reporting software (can assist with evaluating and selecting the best solutio
• n for filings)A demonstrated ability to apply strong attention to detail, analytical rigor, and strategic judgment while performing effectively in a fast‑pace
• d environment.Proven ability to build effective partnerships across all levels of the organization.Organizati on Structure Reports to: Vice President, Corpo rate Controller Direct Reports: Manager, Associate, Analyst, Financial Plannin g & An alysis Disclaimer Please note that job responsibilities, reporting lines, and duties outlined in this job description are subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the organization. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Core Spaces celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, which creates a sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are and the commun ity they represent.