Senior Manager, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting
Menlo Park, CA
Client Opportunities – Accounting /
Interim /
On-site
GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
Overview of Role:
The Senior Manager, SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting is responsible for SEC reporting and disclosures, SOX implementation, and participating in complex accounting transactions, including business combinations and purchase accounting (ASC 805), revenue recognition under ASC 606, lease accounting (ASC 842), stock-based compensation (ASC 718), complex debt and equity instruments, and derivative and hedging activities, in addition to general areas such as accruals, collaboration accounting, and equity accounting.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Participates in the preparation of all external financial reporting, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q, earnings releases, proxy statements, and other required SEC filings to ensure timely and accurate reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
- Assists in preparing the Statement of Cash Flows, Statement of Shareholders’ Equity, Earnings Per Share calculations, and other related financial disclosures.
- Coordinates the information-gathering process across departments and liaises with external auditors.
- Reviews XBRL interactive data files to ensure compliance with SEC filing requirements.
- Researches and documents technical accounting matters as they arise and prepares related journal entries for complex transactions.
- Analyzes and interprets new accounting standards and SEC regulations, providing guidance on appropriate accounting treatment for business transactions.
- Monitors new disclosure requirements and FASB updates, collaborating with auditors to ensure proper implementation.
- Develops and refines accounting policies and procedures to maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP.
- Plays a key role in the implementation of SOX controls, including drafting and maintaining internal documentation and coordinating with internal auditors.
- Oversees stock compensation accounting and administration, including valuation and expense calculation for stock options and ESPP, and manages related disclosure requirements.
- Coordinates Disclosure Committee meetings and manages the SOX Section 302 and 906 sub-certification processes.
- Completes special projects and performs additional duties as needed.
Experience, Education, and Specialized Knowledge:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA designation is mandatory.
- A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years with a Big Four public accounting firm and 2 years in an industry role.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Collaborative and flexible, with a willingness to assist across various areas of accounting.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated critical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience with SAP, Shareworks, and Workiva is preferred.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
$153,000 - $180,000 a year
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