SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager

Happen Bank; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Active CPA license

Workiva experience

Advanced Excel skills

Banking/financial services experience

Job summary

Happen Bank in San Francisco is seeking a SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager to ensure accurate U.S. GAAP and SEC filings.

You will apply technical accounting expertise to complex transactions and partner across the business to deliver high-quality financial information. This role emphasizes improving processes and controls, supporting audits, and leveraging AI to enhance efficiency while maintaining compliance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in SEC reporting or technical accounting with a bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and clear communicator.
• Collaborative across Finance and business teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review quarterly and annual SEC filings, including financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A.
• Research complex accounting matters and draft technical memoranda.
• Evaluate accounting implications of new products and initiatives with cross-functional partners.
• Monitor SEC rulemaking and assess business impacts.
• Improve reporting processes and controls, including AI/automation where appropriate.
• Support external audits and quarterly reviews.

Skills

SEC reporting

Technical accounting

Cross-functional collaboration

GAAP knowledge

Audit coordination

AI in accounting

Ownership mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

CPA license

Tools

Workiva

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Happen Bank (formerly LendingClub) is built around a simple purpose: to clear the way to help people turn intention into action, and action into financial progress. That means offering focused products, a frictionless mobile-first experience, and clear terms with no gotchas. Respect and fairness is part of our DNA, and that ideal shapes how we work, how we treat each other, and how we invest in our employees and our community. Join us in using data, bold thinking, and a commitment to innovation to help clear the way for millions of Americans to achieve more.

About The Role

As a SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring Happen Bank's financial reporting is accurate, timely, and compliant with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements. You'll apply technical accounting expertise to complex transactions, support the preparation of our external financial reporting, and partner across the business to deliver high-quality financial information while continuously improving processes and controls.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and review quarterly and annual SEC filings, including financial statements, footnotes & MD&A
• Research complex accounting matters, prepare technical accounting memoranda, and document conclusions for significant or non-routine transactions
• Partner cross-functionally to evaluate the accounting implications of new products, strategic initiatives, financing transactions, and other business activities
• Monitor emerging accounting standards and SEC rulemaking, assess business impacts, and support the implementation of new accounting and disclosure requirements
• Continuously improve financial reporting processes, controls, and disclosure practices, including identifying opportunities to leverage AI and automation to improve efficiency while maintaining quality and compliance
• Support the annual external audit and quarterly review process by coordinating deliverables and responding to auditor requests
• Support the design, execution, and ongoing enhancement of internal controls over financial reporting (SOX) related to SEC reporting and technical accounting
• Complete special projects, including peer benchmarking, accounting research, disclosure enhancement initiatives, and other finance transformation efforts

About You

• 4+ years of experience in SEC reporting, technical accounting, public accounting, or a related field, and a bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and financial statement preparation
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research complex accounting issues and communicate conclusions clearly
• Effective collaborator who builds strong relationships across Finance and business teams while adapting to changing priorities and feedback
• You actively look for ways AI can improve your work-from accelerating research and analysis to enhancing drafting and problem solving-and you're thoughtful about accuracy, data sensitivity, and where human judgment is essential
• You take ownership of your work and proactively identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, controls, and team effectiveness

Nice to Have

• Active CPA license
• Experience preparing SEC filings using Workiva
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience within the banking or financial services industry

Work Location

San Francisco

The above locations are eligible offices for this role. The locations have been determined to foster in-person collaboration with this role’s team or the related business lines. We utilize a hybrid work model, and our teams are in-office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. In-person attendance is essential for this role’s success, and remote placement will not be considered. Happen Bank offers relocation, based on actual job level.

Time Zone Requirements

Local hours (PT)

Travel Requirements

As needed travel to Happen Bank offices and/or other locations, as needed.

Compensation

The target base salary range for this position is 109,000-128,000. The base salary of the role will be determined by job-related knowledge, experience, education, skills, and location. Base salary is just one part of Happen Bank's Total Rewards package. You may also be eligible for long-term awards (equity) and an annual bonus (which is based on company performance, employee performance and eligible earnings).

We’re creating new financial services solutions for our members based on fairness, simplicity, and heart, and we treat our employees the same way. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision plans for employees and their families, 401(k) match, health and wellness programs, flexible time off policies for salaried employees, up to 16 weeks paid parental leave and more.

Happen Bank is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We believe that a variety of perspectives will make our teams and business stronger as we work together to transform the traditional banking system.

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