Senior SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting Lead

Compass, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 145,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive programs

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Commuter program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Compass is seeking a Senior Manager of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting to lead consolidated financial statements, SEC filings, and complex technical accounting matters within our Finance team. This role partners with Controllership, Legal, Investor Relations, and external auditors to ensure rigorous disclosure and compliance with US GAAP.

The ideal candidate has CPA credentials, 5–7 years of Big 4 external reporting experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• SEC reporting experience with Regulation S-X/S-K and public company filings.
• CPA certification and a degree in accounting/finance required.
• 5–7 years at a Big 4 firm with external reporting exposure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements and SEC footnotes.
• Manage investor materials tie-outs and quarterly/annual disclosures.
• Lead analyses for periodic and ad hoc reporting and ensure compliance.
• Maintain the quarterly reporting calendar and milestones.
• Support M&A activities including diligence and purchase accounting.
• Monitor SEC/FASB/PCAOB developments and document technical accounting changes.
• Oversee equity transactions, stock-based compensation, and EPS calculations.
• Coordinate with external auditors on filings and controls testing.

Skills

SEC reporting

US GAAP

Communication

Financial analysis

Multitasking

Education

CPA

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Compass is seeking a Senior Manager of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting to lead consolidated financial statements, SEC filings, and complex technical accounting matters within our Finance team. This role partners with Controllership, Legal, Investor Relations, and external auditors to ensure rigorous disclosure and compliance with US GAAP.

The ideal candidate has CPA credentials, 5–7 years of Big 4 external reporting experience, and strong communication skills.