Strategic Lead, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting

Xplora Search Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Xplora Search Group is seeking a Senior Manager, Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting in Philadelphia. This leadership role oversees complex U.S.

GAAP accounting matters and coordinates external financial reporting to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance. The role collaborates with the CFO, CAO, auditors, legal, and business units; maintains accounting policies, supports M&A reviews, and leads SEC filings with a focus on SOX controls and governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA certification required.
• 8–12+ years progressive accounting experience including SEC reporting.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and financial consolidations.
• Strong technical writing skills for accounting memos and disclosures.
• Knowledge of global consolidation process is a plus.
• Experience managing audits and working with external auditors.
• Pharmaceutical experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex technical accounting matters under U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Research, interpret, and implement ASC updates and prepare memos/white papers.
• Maintain enterprise-wide accounting policies and liaise with subsidiaries.
• Advise on accounting implications of strategic transactions and non-routine activities.
• Support business development reviews for M&A and licensing contracts.
• Coordinate with external auditors on technical accounting and reporting.
• Understand and monitor SOX 404 requirements and changes.
• Oversee annual SOX planning, control design reassessment, and reduction of manual controls.
• Lead SEC filings preparation and related disclosures (Form 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K).
• Maintain global financial and statutory reporting calendars and consolidation close processes.

Skills

U.S. GAAP knowledge

SEC reporting knowledge

SOX/controls understanding

Technical writing

Auditing coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certified

8–12+ years accounting experience

Global consolidation knowledge

Job description

Xplora Search Group is seeking a Senior Manager, Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting in Philadelphia. This leadership role oversees complex U.S.

GAAP accounting matters and coordinates external financial reporting to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance. The role collaborates with the CFO, CAO, auditors, legal, and business units; maintains accounting policies, supports M&A reviews, and leads SEC filings with a focus on SOX controls and governance.