Senior Manager, External Reporting and Technical Accounting

Keurig Dr Pepper; Frisco (TX); Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper is seeking a Senior Manager, External Reporting to lead the team responsible for SEC filings and external reporting, partnering with tax, legal, investor relations, and auditors. This role ensures accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC rules.

The position is based at our Frisco, TX headquarters with a hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 days remote) and involves cross‑functional leadership across global reporting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Active CPA required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting, auditing, financial reporting, or SEC reporting experience.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, Regulation S-X, S-K, disclosure controls, and public company reporting practices.
• Experience leading SEC filings and coordinating with internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and review of quarterly and annual SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, proxies).
• Oversee preparation of financial statements, footnotes, MD&A, disclosures and schedules.
• Manage external reporting calendar, milestones, and review with auditors and legal counsel.
• Support XBRL tagging and filing readiness for SEC compliance.
• Maintain strong SOX control documentation and evidence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA certification

Tools

XBRL

Workiva

Job description

Job Overview

The Senior Manager, External Reporting will report to the Vice President of Accounting and serve as a key member of the Controllership team. This role is responsible for leading a team performing the preparation, review, and timely filing of the Company’s SEC and other statutory reports and related external reporting deliverables, while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC rules and regulations, and the Company’s accounting policies. The Senior Manager will partner closely with Accounting, Finance, Legal, Investor Relations, Tax, Treasury, Internal Audit, external auditors, and senior leadership to deliver accurate, transparent, and high-quality financial reporting.

This position is based at the Company’s headquarters in Frisco, TX and currently follows a hybrid schedule of three days in the office and two days working from home each week.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of quarterly and annual SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, proxy statements and other required filings, ensuring accuracy, consistency, completeness, and timely submission.
• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements, footnotes, Management’s Discussion and Analysis, earnings release support, disclosure checklists, tie-outs, and supporting schedules.
• Manage the external reporting calendar, key milestones, deliverables, and review process across internal stakeholders, external auditors, and legal counsel.
• Support XBRL tagging, disclosure controls, and filing readiness activities to ensure compliance with SEC reporting requirements.
• Maintain a strong control environment over external reporting, including appropriate documentation, review evidence, and coordination with SOX stakeholders.
• Monitor new and emerging accounting standards, SEC rulemaking, and disclosure trends; assess impacts to the Company and lead implementation of related policy, process, and disclosure changes.
• Managing the preparation of financial statements for the Company’s defined contribution and defined benefit plans and managing the completion of informational returns for various governmental agencies (e.g. BEA, census).
• Managing the statutory financial reporting of certain legal entities in foreign jurisdictions under IFRS or local GAAP
• Lead the non-GAAP governance process, including coordination with senior Finance leadership, Investor Relations and other management.
• Partner with Internal Audit and external auditors to support quarterly reviews, annual audits, SOX requirements, audit committee deliverables, and timely resolution of complex reporting matters.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities across SEC reporting, reporting technology, templates, and recurring processes.
• Support special projects and ad hoc analyses as directed by Accounting and Finance leadership.

Total Rewards

• Salary Range: $130,700 - $170,000
• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Active CPA required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting, auditing, financial reporting, or SEC reporting experience.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, Regulation S-X, Regulation S-K, disclosure controls, and public company reporting practices.
• Demonstrated experience preparing or reviewing Forms 10-K and 10-Q, financial statement disclosures, MD&A, disclosure checklists, tie-outs, and technical accounting documentation.
• Strong technical accounting research, analytical, project management, and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to apply judgment to complex accounting and reporting matters.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and communicate effectively with senior leadership and cross‑functional partners.
• Hands‑on leadership style with a demonstrated ability to operate as both a strategic advisor and an active contributor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Big 4 public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with a large accelerated SEC filer, Fortune 500 company, or complex multinational organization.
• Experience with XBRL, Workiva or similar financial reporting tools, SOX controls, and reporting process automation.
• Consumer products, beverage, manufacturing, or retail industry experience a plus.

Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law