Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting

Novanta Corporation; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Novanta Corporation is seeking a Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting to manage quarterly and annual SEC filings, lease accounting under ASC 842, and SOX internal controls. This hybrid role collaborates with management and auditors across the finance organization.

The ideal candidate holds a CPA or CPA eligible degree with 3+ years in public/private accounting, strong US GAAP knowledge, and hands-on XBRL/EDGAR experience. Proficiency in Excel, Oracle ERP, FCCS, and data disclosures is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; CPA preferred, or CPA eligible
• 3+ years of progressive public/private accounting experience, including a minimum of 2 years with a public accounting firm serving public clients
• Strong technical accounting background, including thorough knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements (Regulation S-X and S-K)
• Hands-on experience applying ASC 842 lease accounting, including remeasurement and disclosure preparation
• Working knowledge of SOX 404 internal controls, including control documentation, testing support and remediation
• Experience with Oracle ERP and the Oracle FCCS reporting tool strongly preferred; SEC filing and XBRL platform experience (e.g., Active Disclosure) a plus
• Strong Excel skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across management levels
• Detail oriented, hands-on and highly organized, with strong analytical curiosity and multi-priority management to tight deadlines

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, footnote disclosures, disclosure checklists and the MD&A for quarterly and annual SEC filings on Forms 8-K, 10-Q and 10-K
• Support the EDGAR filing process, including XBRL tagging and review of filing drafts
• Complete government surveys and other external compliance filings
• Research, analyze and document technical accounting matters and SEC positions for US GAAP/SEC compliance
• Own the monthly, quarterly and annual close for leases under ASC 842, including review of new leases and modifications
• Prepare related disclosure schedules and supporting schedules
• Maintain internal controls over financial reporting for SOX compliance, including documentation and remediation
• Support external and internal audits and manage ad hoc projects

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification

Tools

Oracle ERP

Oracle FCCS

XBRL (Active Disclosure)

Excel

Word & PowerPoint

Job description

Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing-improving productivity, enhancing people's lives and redefining what's possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications-from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing.

Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta.

The Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting is responsible for Novanta's quarterly and annual filings with the SEC, lease accounting under ASC 842, and compliance with SOX internal controls. This is a hands-on role reporting to the Associate Director - Accounting, and is hybrid (3 days per week in our office). This role works closely with management across the finance organization, cross-functional teams, and internal and external auditors.

Primary

Responsibilities

SEC Reporting:

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, footnote disclosures, disclosure checklists and the MD&A for the Company's quarterly and annual SEC filings on Forms 8-K, 10‑Q and 10‑K.
• Support the EDGAR filing process, including XBRL tagging and review of filing drafts.
• Complete government surveys and other external compliance filings.

Technical Accounting and Close:

• Research, analyze and document technical accounting matters and SEC reporting positions to ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements.
• Own the monthly, quarterly and annual close for leases under ASC 842, including review of new leases and modifications and preparation of related disclosure schedules.
• Perform monthly and quarterly close tasks including journal entries, account reconciliations, roll‑forwards and supporting schedules.

Controls and Audit:

• Maintain internal controls over financial reporting in support of SOX compliance, including control documentation, evidence retention and timely remediation of deficiencies.
• Support external and internal auditors during audits and interim reviews, and manage ad hoc projects as needed.

Required Experience, Education, Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; CPA certification preferred, or CPA eligible
• 3+ years of progressive public/private accounting experience, including a minimum of 2 years with a public accounting firm serving public clients; national firm and publicly traded global company experience strongly desired
• Strong technical accounting background, including thorough knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements (Regulation S-X and S-K)
• Hands‑on experience applying ASC 842 lease accounting, including remeasurement and disclosure preparation
• Working knowledge of SOX 404 internal controls, including control documentation, testing support and remediation
• Experience with Oracle ERP and the Oracle FCCS reporting tool strongly preferred; SEC filing and XBRL platform experience (e.g., Active Disclosure) a plus
• Strong Excel skills required; proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and with all levels of management throughout the company
• Detail oriented, hands‑on and highly organized, with strong analytical curiosity, problem‑solving skills and a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities to firm reporting deadlines with minimal supervision.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 10%

Physical Requirements

• Mobility to work in a standard office setting
• Ability to use standard office equipment

Compensation

• The salary for this role will range from 102,500.00 - 120,400.00 USD annual based on full‑time employment. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to location, relevant skills, training, experience, education, etc. Certain roles may be eligible for performance‑based incentive compensation and/or long‑term incentives. Incentives could be discretionary or non‑discretionary depending on the plan. Novanta supports all aspects of your life's needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.

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