Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Figure is transforming capital markets through blockchain and is seeking a highly experienced Senior Manager of SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting. This role will lead financial reporting efforts, ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations, and contribute to the overall success of the Controllership while working collaboratively across functions.
Responsibilities
- Manage the preparation and timely filing of SEC reports, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, proxy statements and other required filings, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, SEC regulations, and XBRL tagging
- Prepare or review supporting schedules for financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A sections
- Prepare disclosure checklists and tie-out documentation for SEC filings
- Maintain the reporting calendar and ensure timely execution of deliverables to meet deadlines
- Lead the review process with legal, external auditors, and internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy and alignment
- Drive continuous improvement across the reporting function: streamlining processes, simplifying disclosures, and implementing best practices
- Help establish and maintain SOX-compliant internal controls over financial reporting
- Assist in preparing internal management and investor reports, as well as materials for the Audit Committee
- Support regulator inquiries and information requests, as needed
- Analyze financial data to identify trends, anomalies, or areas of risk and improvement
- Partner closely with executive leadership, legal, investor relations, and auditors to deliver high-quality reporting
- Promote a culture of learning, ownership, and operational excellence within the controllership team and broader finance
- Research and assess new accounting standards and SEC requirements, translating complex guidance into practical application
- Provide technical accounting guidance to finance and cross-functional teams as needed
- Support ad-hoc financial reporting initiatives and other strategic projects as the company scales
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; active CPA required
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2–3 years in a leadership or managerial role
- Deep experience in SEC reporting (Regs S-X and S-K), including ownership of 10-Ks/10-Qs and financial statement preparation in a public company
- Strong foundation in US GAAP, SEC regulations, and financial reporting best practices
- Experience with Workiva (required)
- Public company reporting experience is required
- Adhere to all company security policies and data handling procedures
- Complete mandatory security awareness training within required timeframes
- Promptly report any suspected security incidents or suspicious activity to the Security team
- Clear, confident communicator; able to synthesize technical information for executive audiences
- Highly organized with excellent project management skills and a continuous improvement mindset
- Resourceful, curious, and proactive; driven to take ownership and grow within a scaling organization
- Resilient, optimistic, and energized by challenge and change
- High integrity and strong ethical standards
- Precision-focused with strong attention to detail and awareness of the bigger picture
- Able to lead through ambiguity, work independently, and coordinate across teams and time zones
- Mix of public company and Big 4 experience strongly preferred
- Fintech, tech, or high-growth industry experience is a plus
- Experience with NetSuite (preferred)
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% employer-paid premiums for employees and their dependents on select plans
- Company HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, 401(k), and commuter benefits
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- 11 observed holidays and PTO plan
- Up to 12 weeks of paid family leave
- Continuing education reimbursement
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