CFS · 7 hours ago
SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting Manager
Des Plaines, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
7+ years expCFS is a global industrial leader seeking an SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting Manager. This role involves leading the preparation of SEC filings, resolving technical accounting matters, and driving reporting transformation while collaborating with various business units.
Human ResourcesStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Allison Haas
Responsibilities
Lead preparation, drafting, and review of the company’s quarterly and annual SEC filings in partnership with the external reporting team
Partner with segment and business unit teams to resolve technical accounting matters and ensure proper application of U.S. GAAP
Review financial statement footnote disclosures, tie‑outs, and supporting documentation
Oversee segment‑level financial statement analysis to identify unusual trends and ensure alignment with GAAP and corporate policies
Support M&A transactions including opening balance sheet reviews, purchase accounting, valuation coordination, and integration activities
Conduct and document annual goodwill, reporting unit, and segment‑level impairment assessments
Coordinate quarterly “roundtable” communication with segment finance, treasury, tax, and internal audit
Drive implementation of new accounting standards, policies, and disclosures
Own and strengthen disclosure controls and support internal control assessments
Identify and implement opportunities to streamline the quarterly reporting process, enhance automation, and improve reporting cycle times
Monitor evolving SEC and financial reporting trends; perform benchmarking analyses to ensure transparent, high‑quality reporting
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
7–10 years of progressive accounting experience
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC rules with hands‑on reporting experience
High‑energy, curious, and collaborative professional with a continuous improvement mindset
Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Preferred
Master's in Accounting or MBA strongly preferred
CPA strongly preferred
Large public accounting or large U.S. public company experience preferred
Experience with Workiva, Oracle ERP, Hyperion, or OneStream a plus
Manufacturing industry experience
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) match
Paid leaves
PTO
Tuition assistance
Company
CFS
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dan Casey
CEO, Founder
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