U1 Manager, SEC Reporting

Urban One

$140K — $160K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA certification required
  • 4-6 years relevant experience in public company or Big 4
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting
  • Experience with Workiva for financial reporting
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead preparation and filing of SEC reports like 10-Ks and 10-Qs
  • Analyze and implement new accounting pronouncements
  • Utilize Workiva for financial reporting processes
  • Serve as primary contact for external auditors
  • Ensure SOX compliance for SEC reporting
  • Collaborate with various departments on earnings releases
  • Provide expertise on complex transactions and goodwill valuation

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Discounted tickets and commuter benefits
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Full Job Description
Job Position: Manager of SEC Reporting

Department: Finance

Reports to: Assistant Corporate Controller

FLSA: Exempt

Status: Full Time

Work Location: Silver Spring, MD

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead the preparation and timely filing of quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with SEC regulations and US GAAP. Ensure the accuracy and completeness of filings such as 10-Ks, 10-Qs, and other required filings
  • Analyze new accounting pronouncements (e.g., from the FASB or SEC) and ensure timely and accurate implementation
  • Lead the utilization of Workiva for financial reporting processes, ensuring seamless preparation and submission of external filings
  • Serve as a primary contact for external auditors regarding technical accounting issues and financial reporting
  • Ensure SOX compliance related to SEC reporting processes
  • Collaborate with other departments such as FP&A, Tax, Legal and Investor Relations on quarterly earnings releases
  • Provide technical accounting expertise on complex transactions such as revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, business combinations, lease accounting, and impairment analysis
  • Analyze the company's goodwill and intangible assets for potential impairments, and manage ongoing valuation assessments


KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and SOX compliance
  • Experience using Workiva for financial reporting and compliance
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools
  • Strong technical accounting background, including knowledge of recent accounting pronouncements (e.g., ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 718)
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Submit to a criminal background check
  • Legal right to work in the United States
  • Complies with Network and Urban One's mandatory training and adheres to related course deadlines


EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA certification required. 5-8 years of relevant experience, preferably in a public company environment and/or Big 4 accounting firm.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Salary Range: $140,000-$160,000, this position is bonus eligible.

Benefits Package: Comprehensive benefits offerings include, Major Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401K, PTO, elective supplemental options.

Perks include discounted tickets, prepaid legal services, commuter benefits, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

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