Senior Manager, SEC Reporting & Internal Controls

Merlinlabs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catered lunches

Snacks

Beverages (coffee, tea, etc.)

Benefits package & work-life balance

Job summary

Merlin Labs is seeking an experienced Senior Manager of SEC Reporting & Internal Controls to build and lead public company reporting functions as the company advances its autonomy platform. You will own the preparation and filing of quarterly and annual SEC reports, MD&A, and disclosures, while aligning with auditors and cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes SOX compliance, ICFR design, and collaboration with Finance, Legal, FP&A, and Investor Relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
• 5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a minimum of 3 years at a Big 4 or large regional public accounting firm with public company audit experience.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and SOX compliance.
• Hands-on experience with 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K preparation and EDGAR filing processes.
• Strong working knowledge of XBRL/iXBRL tagging and inline XBRL requirements.
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply complex technical accounting guidance.
• Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Experience with emerging growth companies (EGC) or smaller reporting companies (SRC) and related disclosure accommodations.
• Experience at a SPAC or company that has recently completed a business combination or IPO.
• Familiarity with government contract accounting, cost accounting standards, or aerospace/defense industry revenue recognition.
• Experience with Workiva or similar SEC reporting and disclosure management platforms.
• Prior experience building or scaling an internal controls function at an early-stage public company.
• Graduate degree (MBA, MSA) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, review, and timely filing of all SEC periodic reports including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, as well as proxy statements, and registration statements.
• Draft and maintain MD&A, financial statement footnotes, earnings releases, and related disclosures in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC rules and regulations.
• Coordinate with external auditors on quarterly reviews and annual audits, including PBC schedules and audit support documentation.
• Monitor evolving SEC disclosure requirements, FASB/PCAOB standards, and guidance from the SEC staff; assess applicability to Merlin and implement necessary changes.
• Manage the EDGAR filing process, including XBRL/iXBRL tagging and inline XBRL compliance.
• Support investor relations with financial data requests, earnings call preparation, and investor presentations.

Skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

MBA/MSA (plus)

Tools

Workiva

Job description

Merlin Labs is seeking an experienced Senior Manager of SEC Reporting & Internal Controls to build and lead public company reporting functions as the company advances its autonomy platform. You will own the preparation and filing of quarterly and annual SEC reports, MD&A, and disclosures, while aligning with auditors and cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes SOX compliance, ICFR design, and collaboration with Finance, Legal, FP&A, and Investor Relations.