Sr. Director of Financial Reporting

Senior Director of Financial Reporting

We are partnering with a publicly traded organization seeking the Director of Financial Reporting to lead its external reporting and disclosure function. This is a high-visibility leadership role responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all external financial reporting in a complex, multi-entity environment. The role requires a strong technical accounting foundation, deep SEC reporting expertise, and the ability to operate effectively in a transformational, control-focused environment.

This individual will partner closely with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, SOX, Internal Audit, and external auditors, and will play a key role in strengthening reporting processes, enhancing disclosure quality, and driving consistency across the organization.

• Lead the preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and other required disclosures
• Ensure filings are accurate, timely, and compliant with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements
• Oversee the preparation of:
  • Financial statements
  • Footnotes and disclosures
  • MD&A and supporting schedules
• Enhance the quality, transparency, and consistency of disclosures

• Own and improve disclosure controls and reporting processes
• Ensure strong governance over financial reporting, including:
  • Documentation standards
  • Review procedures
  • Audit readiness
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of financial data and messaging

• Partner with Technical Accounting and Corporate Accounting on complex accounting matters
• Support consolidation activities and ensure accurate segment and consolidated reporting
• Review and challenge key accounting positions, estimates, and judgments impacting disclosures

• Serve as a primary liaison with external auditors on financial reporting and disclosure matters
• Coordinate audit requests and ensure timely, high-quality support
• Partner with Internal Audit and SOX teams on reporting-related controls and testing

• Drive improvements in reporting processes, close timelines, and automation
• Implement scalable solutions to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and audit readiness
• Support system enhancements and reporting tools to improve data integrity and workflow

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team supporting financial reporting and disclosures
• Establish high standards for quality, accountability, and execution
• Build technical expertise across the team and strengthen reporting capabilities

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a focus on SEC reporting and financial reporting
• Public company experience required
• Strong expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX/ICFR frameworks
• Proven ability to manage external reporting cycles and audit processes
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with senior leadership and auditors