Senior Director, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

IFG US; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

IFG US seeks a Senior Director of External Reporting & Technical Accounting to lead SEC reporting, technical accounting research, and financial reporting compliance. This leader partners with executives, auditors, and cross-functional teams to ensure best-in-class processes under US GAAP and SEC rules.

The role requires CPA, 10+ years in accounting, and hands-on Workiva experience, with a focus on driving SOX controls and a high-performing team in a Chicago hybrid setting.

Qualifications

• CPA is required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Experience with SEC reporting and technical accounting matters.
• Hands-on Workiva experience.
• Public accounting experience with Big Four or large regional firm preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance.
• Proven leadership of cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead quarterly and annual SEC filings (Form 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K) and related disclosures.
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions.
• Manage external reporting processes using Workiva.
• Oversee consolidation and footnote disclosures under US GAAP.
• Collaborate with auditors to support reviews and audits.
• Monitor new accounting standards and SEC regulations; drive implementation.
• Build and maintain robust internal controls over financial reporting (SOX).
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team.

Skills

CPA

Leadership

SOX compliance

SEC reporting

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Workiva

Job description

IFG US seeks a Senior Director of External Reporting & Technical Accounting to lead SEC reporting, technical accounting research, and financial reporting compliance. This leader partners with executives, auditors, and cross-functional teams to ensure best-in-class processes under US GAAP and SEC rules.

The role requires CPA, 10+ years in accounting, and hands-on Workiva experience, with a focus on driving SOX controls and a high-performing team in a Chicago hybrid setting.