The Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting is responsible for Novanta's quarterly and annual filings with the SEC, lease accounting under ASC 842, and compliance with SOX internal controls. This is a hands-on role reporting to the Associate Director - Accounting, and is hybrid (3 days per week in our office). This role works closely with management across the finance organization, cross-functional teams, and internal and external auditors.
Primary
Responsibilities
SEC Reporting:
- Assist with the preparation of financial statements, footnote disclosures, disclosure checklists and the MD&A for the Company’s quarterly and annual SEC filings on Forms 8-K, 10-Q and 10-K.
- Support the EDGAR filing process, including XBRL tagging and review of filing drafts.
- Complete government surveys and other external compliance filings.
Technical Accounting and Close:
- Research, analyze and document technical accounting matters and SEC reporting positions to ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements.
- Own the monthly, quarterly and annual close for leases under ASC 842, including review of new leases and modifications and preparation of related disclosure schedules.
- Perform monthly and quarterly close tasks including journal entries, account reconciliations, roll-forwards and supporting schedules.
Controls and Audit:
- Maintain internal controls over financial reporting in support of SOX compliance, including control documentation, evidence retention and timely remediation of deficiencies.
- Support external and internal auditors during audits and interim reviews, and manage ad hoc projects as needed.
Required Experience, Education, Skills and Competencies
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; CPA certification preferred, or CPA eligible
- 3+ years of progressive public/private accounting experience, including a minimum of 2 years with a public accounting firm serving public clients; national firm and publicly traded global company experience strongly desired
- Strong technical accounting background, including thorough knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements (Regulation S-X and S-K)
- Hands-on experience applying ASC 842 lease accounting, including remeasurement and disclosure preparation
- Working knowledge of SOX 404 internal controls, including control documentation, testing support and remediation
- Experience with Oracle ERP and the Oracle FCCS reporting tool strongly preferred; SEC filing and XBRL platform experience (e.g., Active Disclosure) a plus
- Strong Excel skills required; proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and with all levels of management throughout the company
- Detail oriented, hands-on and highly organized, with strong analytical curiosity, problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities to firm reporting deadlines with minimal supervision.
Travel Requirements
Physical Requirements
- Mobility to work in a standard office setting
- Ability to use standard office equipment
Compensation
- The salary for this role will range from 102,500.00 - 120,400.00 USD annual based on full-time employment. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to location, relevant skills, training, experience, education, etc. Certain roles may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives. Incentives could be discretionary or non-discretionary depending on the plan. Novanta supports all aspects of your life27s needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.
