Nava · 4 hours ago
Manager of External Reporting and Technical Accounting
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$112K/yr - $131K/yr
5+ years expNava is a consultancy and public benefit corporation focused on improving government services through technology modernization. The Manager of External Reporting and Technical Accounting will lead the Finance organization in ensuring accurate external reporting and compliance, acting as a liaison with external auditors and managing technical accounting matters. This role requires strong U.S. GAAP expertise and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.
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Responsibilities
Oversee and manage the timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and compliance reports, including federal and state reporting, bank requirements, and other business reporting
Develop structured and automated accounting and business processes for external and compliance reporting, including the necessary control and approval framework
Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors on financial reporting and technical accounting matters, managing and meeting audit timelines and information requests for quarterly reviews and the annual audit
Independently research, analyze, and interpret complex U.S. GAAP accounting standards for existing operations and new business initiatives
Prepare well-documented, clear, and comprehensive technical accounting memos to justify the company’s positions on complex topics, such as revenue recognition on new contracts and service offerings, business combinations, stock-based compensation, and lease accounting
Lead the development, maintenance, and dissemination of corporate accounting policies and procedures across all finance functions to ensure consistent and compliant accounting treatment
Lead the implementation of newly issued accounting standards, including assessing the impact, coordinating the necessary process and system changes, and managing internal communications
Work closely with the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team to ensure consistency between external financial results and internal management reporting, forecasts, and variance analysis
Prepare specialized reporting and presentations for the Executive Leadership Team, Program Management, and organizational leaders, explaining complex financial results and technical accounting impacts
Ensure the maintenance and compliance of all internal controls over financial reporting relevant to the external reporting and technical accounting processes
Streamline and improve existing reporting and planning processes so all leaders can easily access the financial information they need to perform their compliance functions, leveraging financial systems and business intelligence tools for efficiency and accuracy
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA license is required
Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience, with at least 3 years spent in Big 4 Public Accounting or large government contracting
Deep and current technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Demonstrated experience researching complex technical accounting issues and writing position memos
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the proven ability to articulate complex financial issues to both technical and non-technical audiences
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and accuracy
Strong computer skills and an ability to leverage technology in a contract administration context
Excellent time management skills with keen attention to detail
Problem solving and conflict resolution skills
High level of personal integrity, ethics, motivation, and ability to foster mutual respect and inclusion
Capacity and resilience to develop, build, and grow strong working relationships at all levels of leadership, management, and external stakeholders and clients
Ability to implement strategies and services in a fast-paced, dynamic, and growing environment while maintaining alignment across organizational boundaries
Preferred
Experience in the Professional Services, Consulting, or Technology industries
Familiarity with financial reporting software and control frameworks
Experience with a global, multi-entity consolidation environment
Benefits
Health coverage — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs
Insurance coverage — Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost
Time off — vacation, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating holidays to rest and recharge
Company holidays — enjoy 12 paid federal holidays each year on top of your regular PTO
Annual bonus — when Nava meets its goals, eligible employees receive a performance-based annual bonus
Parental leave — paid time off for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to your home
Wellness program — full platform offering physical, mental, & emotional health resources & support tools
Virtual care — see doctors online with no copay through UnitedHealthcare’s virtual visit program
Sabbatical leave — earn extended unpaid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest
401(k) match — Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan
Flexible work — remote-first environment with flexibility built around your schedule and responsibilities
Home office setup — company laptop & setup assistance provided via Staples for remote work needs
Utility support — monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses
Learning opportunities — internal training programs and resources to help grow your professional skills
Development opportunities — LinkedIn Learning access & an annual allowance for courses, tuition, & certs
Referral bonus — get rewarded when you refer great people who join the Nava team
Commuter benefits — pre-tax commuter programs to support in-office travel when applicable
Supportive culture — A collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where people genuinely care
Company
Nava
Nava is a consultancy and public benefit corporation that makes government services simple, effective, and accessible to all.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rohan Bhobe
CEO and Co-founder
Senongo Akpem
VP of Design
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