The Manager – External Reporting and Technical Accounting manages the preparation of SEC filings and other financial reporting, leads in the creation and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures, interprets and implements new accounting pronouncements, and is responsible for providing consultation to colleagues across the organization on the appropriate accounting treatment for global transactions. This position also supports complex accounting topics such as business combinations, revenue recognition and pensions.   

Detailed Description

--Manages the preparation of the Company's financial statements, note disclosures and MD&A for both annual and quarterly reporting to the SEC in accordance with US GAAP standards and SEC regulations.

--Monitors, assesses, and implements applicable new accounting pronouncements.

--Prepares technical accounting memorandums to support the financial accounting and reporting treatment for new, material, complex and/or unusual transactions or arrangements.

--Interacts with external auditors on technical accounting issues and assists in the support of all annual audits and quarterly reviews.

--Manages complex accounting areas such as revenue recognition, equity compensation, leases and others.

--Provides consultation and execution support to various functional areas on complex events and transactions.

--Actively participates in strategic projects related to capital structure activity, acquisitions and divestitures, and other corporate initiatives.

--Supports the month-end and quarter-end close processes, as necessary.

--Enhances, implements, and maintains internal control procedures with a focus on automation.

Job Requirements

EXPERIENCE:

--Minimum of 5 years of progressive public accounting or public entity experience required

--Big 4 public accounting preferred

EDUCATION:

Bachelors’ Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent required

SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS:

--CPA certification required

--Detailed knowledge of US GAAP standards and SEC reporting, financial statements, internal controls and SOX requirements

--Detail-oriented with high degree of accuracy

--Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills; ability to clearly and concisely communicate accounting and reporting topics to finance and non-finance colleagues

--Ability to meet tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks

--Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel

--Experience with one or more large, integrated financial management/accounting systems, such as Oracle, SAP, or JD Edwards is preferred

--Advanced knowledge of accounting processes and techniques

Working Environment:

·      In-office

·        General Office – Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.

Physical requirements:

·         Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require standing and walking for up to 10% of the time.

Mental requirements:

·         Employee required to organize and coordinate schedules.

·         Employee required to analyze and interpret complex data.

·         Employee required to problem-solve.

·         Employee required to manage other employees.