Senior Manager Financial Reporting

Description Kforce has a client in Tampa, FL that is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Financial Reporting to lead financial and regulatory reporting, technical accounting, compliance, and financial close activities. The ideal candidate is a strong accounting leader with deep technical expertise, regulatory reporting experience, and a proven ability to develop high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead all financial and regulatory reporting, including SEC, shareholder, regulatory, and internal reporting requirements
* Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
* Review and approve financial statements, journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
* Research and resolve complex accounting and reporting issues
* Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
* Ensure compliance with SOX requirements and support internal and external audits
* Analyze financial results, identify key business drivers, and explain variances to leadership
* Support forecasting, budgeting, financial modeling, and strategic planning initiatives
* Assist with regulatory filings, compliance reporting, and special financial projects
* Serve as a primary liaison with auditors, regulators, and external stakeholders
* Prepare executive-level presentations, reporting packages, and Board materials
* Lead, mentor, and develop accounting managers and staff
* Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and operational efficienciesRequirements
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting
* Active CPA license required
* 8+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience
* 3+ years of leadership, supervisory, or project leadership experience
* Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting controls
* Experience managing financial close and reporting processes
* Experience supporting audits, compliance, and governance initiatives
* Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
* Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications:

* Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
* Public accounting experience
* Experience with in a regulated industry or utility environment
* Experience with SAP, BPC, Power Plan, Oracle, or similar ERP systems
* Knowledge of regulatory accounting and reporting requirements
* Experience presenting financial information to executive leadership and Board-level stakeholders

Key

Competencies:

* Financial Reporting
* Technical Accounting
* U.S. GAAP
* Regulatory Reporting
* Financial Close
* Internal Controls & SOX
* Audit Management
* Financial Analysis
* Leadership & Team Development
* Process Improvement
* Executive Communication
* Strategic Business Partnership Job Type Direct Hire Compensation
125000 - $140000