SEC Reporting & Financial Repo Job Fort Wayne area,Indiana USA,Accounting

SEC Reporting & Financial Reporting Manager

Compensation: $130,000 – $150,000 Base + 40% Target Bonus

(Total Compensation Approaching $200,000)

Exceptional Career Opportunity for Public Accounting Leaders

Our client, a Fortune-recognized publicly traded organization, is seeking a SEC Reporting & Financial Reporting Manager to join its corporate accounting leadership team.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a CPA currently working as a Manager or Senior Manager within public accounting who is ready to transition into industry and step into a highly visible leadership position with direct exposure to executive leadership and the Audit Committee.

The successful candidate will inherit a well-established function and play a critical role in financial reporting, SEC compliance, consolidations, and strategic finance initiatives across a large and complex organization.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

Highly visible corporate leadership role within a successful public company
Direct interaction with executive leadership and the Audit Committee
Opportunity to lead SEC reporting and financial consolidation activities
Strong history of bonus payouts, averaging near target over the past five years
Clear path for future advancement within a large, growing organization
Opportunity to replace a respected accounting leader and receive a comprehensive transition
Manage and develop a small team of accounting professionals
Comprehensive relocation assistance available, including home sale support

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the preparation and review of external financial reporting and SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K
Manage the monthly and quarterly financial consolidation process
Partner with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits
Support SOX compliance and internal control initiatives
Research and implement technical accounting guidance under U.S. GAAP
Prepare presentations and reporting materials for executive leadership and the Audit Committee
Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members

Qualifications:

CPA designation required
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
8+ years of progressive accounting experience
Current or recent Manager/Senior Manager experience in public accounting preferred
Experience supporting publicly traded clients strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of SEC reporting, U.S. GAAP, consolidations, and SOX compliance
Excellent communication and leadership skills

Ideal Background:

This role is especially attractive for:

Big 4 Audit Managers or Senior Managers
National or regional public accounting professionals serving public company clients
SEC Reporting Managers
Technical Accounting Managers
Corporate Accounting Leaders looking for increased visibility and growth

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Location:

This position is based in a financially strong Midwest market offering:

Significantly lower cost of living than major metropolitan areas
Short commute times
Excellent schools and family-friendly communities
Access to Indianapolis, Chicago, Detroit, and Columbus
Strong long-term career stability within a diverse business community

If you’re a CPA with public accounting leadership experience and are considering your next step into corporate accounting leadership, we’d welcome a confidential conversation.