External Reporting Manager

We are working closely with a >$200mil public company to find a great external reporting manager to join their strong finance team.  This company continues to grow and they are seeking a dedicated professional to support the external reporting function. They would work closely with the corporate controller as well as other finance and business leaders in order to lead the praparation / review process for the recquisite SEC reporting and SOX compliance function.  This is a GREAT opportunity for someone who is ready to leave public accounting and grow within a corporate setting.  The growth trajectory here will  provide future advancement opportunities  within the company.  While the primary function initially will be external reporting, the company will also provide experiences outside of that focus.

• Responsible for the preparation of annual and quarterly US GAAP financial statements and other disclosures included in filings with the US Securities and Exchange Commission
• Ensure and update processes and controls necessary for preparing and filing all SEC filings and reports on a timely basis
• Participate in the completion of the proxy statement, SEC comment letters and other shareholder related reports as needed
• Ensure SEC documents are in compliance with US GAAP disclosure requirements and SEC regulations
• Create closing/filing calendars and checklists, review underlying supporting documentation for the SEC reports, and coordinate with external auditors
• Keep up to date on all SEC requirements; Monitor and ensure timely identification and compliance with these evolving requirements and communicate their impact on the company to management
• Lead the process of evaluation and implementation of new US GAAP
• Analyze the impact on the Company’s financial statements of non-routine events and transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, customer contracts and changes in benefit plans, as directed
• Prepare financial presentations to be used by the CFO/CAO at Senior Management, Audit Committee and Board of Director meetings, as directed
• Develop and maintain corporate accounting policies and procedures
• Maintain proper documentation of SOX related compliance requirements and performs regular testing of controls
• Other financial reporting projects, as required

• BS  in Accounting
• MBA preferred
• CPA is required

• A minimum of 4-6 years of experience working with public companies in support of their SEC filing requirements.

• Strong Accounting Knowledge
• Data analysis skills
• Problem solving skills
• Attention to accuracy
• Pro-active and able to work independently
• Strong communication skills
• Understands business strategies