Senior Manager, External Reporting

Michael Page

Glenview (IL)

On-site

USD 175,000 - 195,000

Full time

5 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule
Onsite gym and personal trainer
Onsite chefs and cafeteria
3 weeks PTO + 3 personal days
401k match
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Senior Manager, External Reporting to lead SEC filings and compliance for the global manufacturing business. The role reports to the Director of External Reporting and partner with auditors and segment leaders worldwide to ensure GAAP-aligned reporting.

The ideal candidate brings 8–10 years in US GAAP/SEC reporting, Big4 experience, and the ability to mentor a small external reporting team while driving policy updates and transformation projects.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • CPA required.
  • 8-10 years of experience with US GAAP, SEC reporting, audit/assurance.
  • Experience working within one of the Big 4 public accounting firms.
  • Ability to lead a small team.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of external financial reports, including SEC filings and related disclosures.
  • Drive the development, maintenance, and implementation of accounting policies while ensuring compliance with evolving accounting and regulatory requirements.
  • Serve as the technical accounting leader, providing guidance on complex accounting matters, policy interpretation, and new accounting standards adoption.
  • Partner with executive leadership, Investor Relations, and the Audit Committee to communicate key accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory updates.
  • Manage relationships with internal and external auditors, while supporting critical reporting areas such as lease accounting, impairment analyses, and cash flow reporting.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the external reporting team while driving process improvement initiatives and finance transformation efforts across the organization.

Skills

Team leadership
SEC reporting
GAAP knowledge
Technical accounting

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance
CPA

Tools

Big4 experience

Job description

A global industrial manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, External Reporting to lead SEC reporting and compliance for the global manufacturing business.

A global industrial manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, External Reporting to lead SEC reporting and compliance for the global manufacturing business.

Reporting to the Director of External Reporting, the successful candidate will serve as a key member of the corporate finance team, partnering closely with external auditors and internal segment leaders globally to process and report for SEC filing and ensuring compliance in accordance with GAAP. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on senior manager looking to move into an industry role from public accounting to lead the external reporting department for a global business.

Description
  • Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of external financial reports, including SEC filings and related disclosures.
  • Drive the development, maintenance, and implementation of accounting policies while ensuring compliance with evolving accounting and regulatory requirements.
  • Serve as the technical accounting leader, providing guidance on complex accounting matters, policy interpretation, and new accounting standards adoption.
  • Partner with executive leadership, Investor Relations, and the Audit Committee to communicate key accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory updates.
  • Manage relationships with internal and external auditors, while supporting critical reporting areas such as lease accounting, impairment analyses, and cash flow reporting.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the external reporting team while driving process improvement initiatives and finance transformation efforts across the organization.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • CPA required.
  • 8-10 years of experience with US GAAP, SEC reporting, audit/assurance.
  • Experience working within one of the Big 4 public accounting firms.
  • Ability to lead a small team.
Job Offer
  • Total Compensation: $175k-$195k + 20$ bonus target
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Onsite gym and personal trainer
  • Onsite chefs and cafeteria
  • 3 weeks PTO + 3 personal days
  • 401k match
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

A global industrial manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, External Reporting to lead SEC reporting and compliance for the global manufacturing business.

Client Details

A global industrial manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, External Reporting to lead SEC reporting and compliance for the global manufacturing business.

Reporting to the Director of External Reporting, the successful candidate will serve as a key member of the corporate finance team, partnering closely with external auditors and internal segment leaders globally to process and report for SEC filing and ensuring compliance in accordance with GAAP. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on senior manager looking to move into an industry role from public accounting to lead the external reporting department for a global business.

Description
  • Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of external financial reports, including SEC filings and related disclosures.
  • Drive the development, maintenance, and implementation of accounting policies while ensuring compliance with evolving accounting and regulatory requirements.
  • Serve as the technical accounting leader, providing guidance on complex accounting matters, policy interpretation, and new accounting standards adoption.
  • Partner with executive leadership, Investor Relations, and the Audit Committee to communicate key accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory updates.
  • Manage relationships with internal and external auditors, while supporting critical reporting areas such as lease accounting, impairment analyses, and cash flow reporting.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the external reporting team while driving process improvement initiatives and finance transformation efforts across the organization.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • CPA required.
  • 8-10 years of experience with US GAAP, SEC reporting, audit/assurance.
  • Experience working within one of the Big 4 public accounting firms.
  • Ability to lead a small team.
Job Offer
  • Total Compensation: $175k-$195k + 20$ bonus target
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Onsite gym and personal trainer
  • Onsite chefs and cafeteria
  • 3 weeks PTO + 3 personal days
  • 401k match
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Desired Skills and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA required
  • 8-10 years of US GAAP, SEC Reporting experience
  • Experience at a Big 4 Public Accounting firm

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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