Role Summary:The Sr. Manager, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting is responsible for leading the preparation and review of the Company's SEC filings and supporting technical accounting analyses. This role sets the reporting plans, governs disclosure quality, and ensures the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of all filings under U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. The Sr. Manager of SEC Reporting oversees quarterly and annual reporting cycles (Forms 10-Q/10-K), current reports (8-K), earnings materials, SOX controls, and leads the research and documentation of unique complex accounting transactions.
The Sr. Manager serves as a key technical accounting resource, working closely with the Corporate Controller, Chief Accounting Officer, CFO, external auditors, legal counsel, and other cross-functional stakeholders to support accurate, timely, and transparent financial reporting. This is a highly visible position responsible for driving reporting excellence, shaping accounting policy, and strengthening the company's financial reporting infrastructure as the organization continues to grow.
Key Responsibilities:External Reporting & Filings- Lead and manage the enterprise-wide reporting cycle, setting timelines, governance, and quality standards for all SEC filings.
- Oversee end-to-end preparation, technical accuracy, and review of Forms 10-Q and 10-K, including financial statements, footnotes, MD&A, and all required disclosures.
- Direct the preparation and review of Form 8-Ks, including earnings releases and significant corporate events; advise on disclosure requirements.
- Oversee and review iXBRL tagging, validation, and EDGAR submissions, ensuring consistency and compliance across reporting packages.
- Maintain and enhance the company's disclosure framework, including checklists, calendars, and cross-functional review protocols.
Technical Accounting & Policies- Oversee technical accounting analyses and formal documentation for complex and judgmental areas (ASC 842, 718, 805, EPS, contingencies, financial instruments, etc.).
- Maintain and update the company's accounting policy library, ensuring alignment with evolving U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements.
- Evaluate new accounting guidance and emerging reporting requirements and develop recommendations for Finance leadership.
- Collaborate with external advisors to support valuations, purchase accounting, and other specialized analyses
Earnings Process & Stakeholder Communications- Lead the financial aspects of the earnings process, including press release numbers, tables, and consistency checks across public materials.
- Partner with Investor Relations to ensure alignment between filed financials, earnings messaging, and external communications.
- Prepare and coordinate financial reporting support for Audit Committee meetings, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and completeness of materials
- Drive discipline around tie-outs and internal controls to support a robust reporting ecosystem.
Equity, EPS & Complex Areas- Lead stock-based compensation disclosures (ASC 718), including potential award modifications, equity structures, and new plans.
- Prepare EPS computations and equity roll forwards, ensuring alignment with the capitalization table and equity administration.
- Serve as a technical expert for complex capital market activities, including financing transactions, milestone arrangements, and collaboration structures
Process Improvement & Systems- Identify and implement process improvements that enhance reporting efficiency, accuracy, and control effectiveness, including close/reporting timelines, cross-functional handoffs, and control points.
- Oversee relationships with third-party filing vendors (Workiva), ensuring quality, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness.
- Partner with Finance and IT teams to support automation and continuous improvement initiatives across financial reporting process, including ERP, consolidation, and disclosure management tools.
Qualifications:- Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred.
- 10-12 years of progressive experience, including public accounting (Big 4/Top 10) and/or public company reporting experience.
- Strong experience preparing or auditing Forms 10-Q, 10-K and other SEC filings.
- Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC rules/regulations (Reg S-X, Reg S-K), and Sarbanes-Oxley 404.
- Demonstrated leadership in preparing, reviewing, or auditing Forms 10-Q/10-K; strong command of ERP, consolidation, and disclosure management systems.
- Experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or other highly regulated industries preferred.
- Exceptional technical writing, analytical, and project management skills with a commitment to precision, governance, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to influence and collaborate across functions and with senior leaders.
