Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; active CPA license required.
6-8 years of relevant experience, preferably with Big 4 public accounting.
Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations, including Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
Hands-on experience with SEC filings (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K).
Proven ability to research and document technical accounting standards for complex transactions.
Experience coordinating accounting matters across international entities.
Strong communication skills for presenting complex topics to diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
Prepare and review quarterly and annual SEC filings, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP.
Lead research on GAAP and SEC requirements to enhance disclosures.
Oversee XBRL tagging for consistency across public disclosures.
Manage preparation of annual audited financial statements and regulatory reporting.
Coordinate quarterly reviews and annual audits with external auditors.
Develop and maintain accounting and reporting policies as standards evolve.
Monitor climate-related disclosure requirements and ensure compliance across jurisdictions.
Benefits
Opportunity to work with senior management and stakeholders.
Exposure to international accounting practices and standards.
Involvement in climate reporting and sustainability initiatives.
Potential for process improvement and technology modernization.
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities
External Financial Reporting
Own the preparation and review of quarterly and annual SEC filings (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K), ensuring accuracy and completeness in accordance with U.S. GAAP and Regulations S-K and S-X, and partner with senior management and stakeholders across the firm to source, review and challenge disclosures;
Lead research on GAAP and SEC requirements, peer disclosures and SEC comment letters to enhance and streamline disclosures;
Oversee XBRL tagging and ensure consistency across the 10-K, 10-Q, earnings releases and other public disclosures;
Manage the preparation of annual audited financial statements and periodic regulatory reporting for the firm's broker dealer;
Lead coordination of quarterly reviews and the annual audit with the external auditors.
Technical Accounting and Policy
Develop, maintain and enhance accounting and reporting policies, keeping them current as the business and standards evolve;
Provide global oversight of accounting policy across international operations, partnering with regional finance teams and local auditors to ensure consistent application and address U.S. GAAP, IFRS and local statutory differences;
Monitor and assess proposed accounting standards and SEC rules, track IASB developments, and lead adoption of new standards, including impact assessments, implementation plans and related communication and training;
Lead the research, evaluation and documentation of technical accounting conclusions for complex and non-routine transactions, material contracts and strategic initiatives in clear and auditable technical memos.
GHG and Climate Reporting
Oversee the preparation and review of the GHG emissions inventory across Scope 1, 2 and 3 categories in accordance with the GHG Protocol Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard, ensuring accuracy of activity data, emission factors and calculation methodologies across all global offices;
Monitor and assess evolving climate-related disclosure requirements across jurisdictions (e.g., California SB-253 and SB-261, EU CSRD, ISSB/IFRS S1 and S2, UK requirements) and their impact on reporting; coordinate regional compliance and consistent global methodologies.
Governance, Control and Technology
Maintain disclosure controls and procedures, including the tie-out process, and support SOX compliance and the internal control environment over financial reporting;
Drive process improvement and modernization of the reporting process, including automation and expanded use of technologies.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; active CPA license required;
6-8 years' relevant experience, including public accounting experience (Big 4 strongly preferred);
Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations (Regulations S-K and S-X) and public company financial reporting requirements, including Sarbanes-Oxley compliance;
Working knowledge of IFRS and the key differences from U.S. GAAP; experience with IFRS or local statutory reporting for non-U.S. entities, a plus;
Proven track record of researching and applying technical accounting standards to complex, non-routine transactions and documenting conclusions in technical memos and position papers;
Experience coordinating accounting and reporting matters across international entities and regions;
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex accounting matters to senior stakeholders, auditors and non-accounting audiences;
High attention to detail, organizational and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines with competing priorities and adjust plans to meet changing needs; ability to work well cross-functionally;
Experience with broker-dealer regulatory reporting requirements, a plus;
Working knowledge of XBRL and experience with ActiveDisclosure or similar reporting tools, plus.
