Senior Manager, External Reporting – SEC/GAAP Lead (Hybrid)

Michael Page; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 195,000; Full time

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

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.