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SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting Manager or Senior Manager
Our client, a leading AR/VR pre-IPO startup for K-12 students, is seeking an SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting Manager or Senior Manager. The company develops both hardware and software and they arehiring their first SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager to help them get public company ready.
LOCATION: San Jose. This is a hybrid role.
JOB DESCRIPTION: The SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager will to develop processes and policies, drive enhancement within the finance function, and support and enable the Company's growth.The role reports into the Corporate Controller and will partner closely on all aspects of improving the robustness of the Accounting function. From ensuring the integrity and accuracy of quarterly and annual filings, to the ongoing operating of the company's Finance function, and providing technical accounting analysis of significant transactions and recently issued accounting updates, this will be a highly visible role with C-Suite exposure and external constituents (e.g.: auditors)
Responsibilities:
- Preparation and review of all SEC filings (Form 10Q, 10K, Proxy, etc.) including managing the review and approval process of all SEC filings with external auditors, senior management, legal counsel, disclosure committee and audit committee
- Own the quarterly drafting and review cycle - covering financial statements, disclosure checklists, auditor reviews - and monitor progress against reporting cycle milestones, in service to all GAAP and disclosure requirements
- Support the annual audit and quarterly review activities with external auditors
- Monitor the development and applicability of emerging accounting and reporting rules being deliberated by the SEC, US GAAP, PCAOB, or other regulations. Maintain an awareness of Company products, services and the related regulatory environment to effectively manage and comply with all regulatory reporting requirements and disclosures.
- Developing an in-depth understanding and analysis of significant transactions to assess their impact for SEC disclosure purposes.
- Assist in providing support for CD&A, executive compensation, etc. for proxy statement.
- Monitor and revise procedures to ensure the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
- Prepare technical accounting research, maintenance and documentation of new policies and procedures.
Requirements (Skills, Knowledge, Ability):
- Relevant work experience, including Big 4 public accounting experience and SEC reporting experience with a publicly-traded company
- Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC accounting and reporting requirements
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a demonstrated ability to convey how financial and regulatory requirements shape operational business practices
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic-thinking skills with a forward-looking focus
- Experience with Sarbanes Oxley and internal control over financial reporting
- Experience with SEC reporting tools and partners (e.g.: Workiva, XBRL, Toppan Merrill)
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adept at leading change
- Strong presence in group meetings with senior management and external parties (e.g.: auditors)
- Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Certified Public Accounting
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure: $155K-$175K + equity.
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .
Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.
- California residents may access Vaco's HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
- Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
- Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
- Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
- Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.