Senior Manager, SEC Reporting & Accounting Policy

About the Role

The Senior Manager, SEC Reporting & Accounting Policy is a key leader within the SEC Reporting, Consolidations & Internal Controls team, responsible for overseeing external financial reporting, providing technical accounting guidance on complex transactions, and supporting the company’s accounting policy framework. This role ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations while helping maintain a strong financial control environment.

• Lead the preparation and review of Forms 10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, earnings releases, and other SEC filings, ensuring compliance with SEC regulations and U.S. GAAP.
• Research, evaluate, and document accounting conclusions for complex and non‑routine transactions, maintain the company’s accounting policy framework, and assess the impact of emerging accounting standards and regulatory developments.
• Partner with Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Legal, Investor Relations, business leaders, and external auditors to support accurate financial reporting, complex accounting matters, and regulatory compliance.
• Support a strong control environment by partnering with Internal Audit and Finance leadership to evaluate financial reporting risks, strengthen internal controls, and support SOX compliance activities.
• Drive initiatives that enhance the efficiency, scalability, and effectiveness of SEC reporting, technical accounting, and financial reporting processes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting professionals while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support acquisitions, financing transactions, regulatory initiatives, and other strategic projects as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 12+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or technical accounting experience.
• 3+ years of people management or leadership experience.
• CPA or equivalent professional accounting certification preferred.

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience preparing and reviewing Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and related SEC filings.
• Proven experience researching, analyzing, and documenting technical accounting matters.
• Experience partnering with external auditors and supporting quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate complex accounting concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, lead projects, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

• Public accounting experience, preferably with a Big Four or national accounting firm.
• Experience supporting a publicly traded company and its external reporting requirements.
• Experience with SOX compliance and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional initiatives, driving process improvements, and developing accounting professionals.

The ideal candidate will be located in Houston, TX or greater Washington, D.C.–Baltimore area. K  offers flexible working arrangements, including hybrid, remote, and virtual delivery options.

Competitive base salary, potential bonuses, and benefits that may include a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability coverage, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. Additional compensation may include sign‑on bonuses, relocation benefits, short‑term and long‑term incentives, and discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

K  is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.