SEC & Technnical Accounting Manager

Kingsway Corporation (“Kingsway”) (NYSE: KWY) is the only publicly traded US company employing the Search Fund model to acquire and build great businesses. Kingsway owns and operates a collection of high-quality B2B and B2C services companies that are asset-light, growing, profitable, and that have recurring revenues. Kingsway seeks to compound long-term shareholder value on a per share basis via its decentralized management model, its talented team of operators, and its tax-advantaged corporate structure. Kingsway is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager to join our corporate finance and accounting team. This is a critical and high-visibility role responsible for leading our external reporting process, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations, and providing expert guidance on complex accounting matters, including acquisitions. The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on leader who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and will play a key part in supporting the company's financial integrity and grow Kingsway Corporation (“Kingsway”) (NYSE: KWY) is the only publicly traded US company employing the Search Fund model to acquire and build great businesses. Kingsway owns and operates a collection of high-quality B2B and B2C services companies that are asset‑light, growing, profitable, and that have recurring revenues. Kingsway seeks to compound long-term shareholder value on a per share basis via its decentralized management model, its talented team of operators, and its tax‑advantaged corporate structure. Kingsway is seeking a highly motivated and detail‑oriented SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager to join our corporate finance and accounting team. This is a critical and high‑visibility role responsible for leading our external reporting process, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations, and providing expert guidance on complex accounting matters, including acquisitions. The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on leader who thrives in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment and will play a key part in supporting the company's financial integrity and grow Key Responsibilities SEC Compliance and Reporting o Manage and prepare the full SEC reporting process and timeline for all quarterly (10−Q) and annual (10−K) fiings. o Coordinate with all necessary parties, including external audit, legal counsel, and senior management, to ensure timely and accu o rate flings. o Own and maintain the SEC reporting calendar and responsibility chcklist. o Serve as the primary reviewer of the consolidated financial statements and all accompan yng fotnotes. o Be the primary owner of our SEC reporting software (RDG), coordinating document edits and workflow with the broader accounting team. o Prepare and review supporting schedules for complex technical accounting areas, such as stock-based compensation and acquisition acco nting, amng others. o Work directly with our external tax provider to obtain the quarterly tax provision and relateddis closures fo reporting. o Complete the preliminary draft of Management’s Discus sion and Anaysis (MD&A). o Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, manage the audit review process, and provide all necessary f inancial statment support. o Complete U.S. GAAP and 10−Q/10−K dis c losure checklsts quarterly. o Responsible for the Section 16 reporting process (via Computershare Section 16 Manager), including the preparation and filing of Forms 3, 4, and 5 for directors and executive officers. o Responsible for the preparation and filing of the annual proxy, including the annual D&O questonnaire process. o Disseminate blackout notices as appropriate and liaise with regulators (NYSE, SEC, etc., as appropriate). Board and Committee Support o Assist in the planning and execution of meetings for the Board of Director and its committees. o Prepare and distribute board and committee materials, including agenda s, resolutions, minutes, and presentations. o Maintain corporate minute book s and other key corporate governance records. o Assist with the annual board and committee self-evaluation process nd director onboarding. o Other duties, as may be required, to ensure continued Board compliance wih rules and regulations. o Support the annual meeting of shareholders, including coordination with proxy solicitrs and tabulation agents. o Monitor trends in corporate governance and provide recommendations for best practices. Technical Accounting o Research and document the company's position on complex transactions by writing technical accounting memos on topics such as revenue recognition, stock compensation, impairment analysis, acquisition accounting and more. o Assist the Corporate Controller with technical accounting requirements related to business combinations. o Provide technical accounting analysis for revenue recognition and other accounting practices during the integration of new company acquisitions. Additional Responsibilities o Assist the CFO with managing our outsourced internal audit team (currently Wipfli), including control design and updates; risk assessments; and monitoring progress throughout the internal audit cycle o Prepare the full draft of the quarterly earnings release for senior management review and complete the tie‑out of all financial information for the associated 8–K filing. o Lead the overhaul of supporting 10–K/10–Q workpapers to enhance accuracy and create efficiencies. o Assist with preparing and updating accounting and other policies, as needed o Prepare annual stand‑alone financial statements for various legal entities to comply with lending requirements. o Act as a project manager and mentor to broader accounting team members assisting with SEC workflows; please note this role operates as an individual contributor i nitially with no direct reports. o Ad hoc projects, as needed. Qualifications Education o A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required. o An active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or registration is required. Experience o A minimum of 6‑8 years of progressive accounting experience is required. o Public accounting experience (preferably with a Big4 or large national firm) is strongly preferred. o Direct, hands‑on experience in the preparation and filing of SEC forms, including Forms 10‑K, 10‑Q, and 8‑K. o Proven experience researching and documenting complex technical accounting issues in accordance with U.S. GAAP, such as revenue recognition, lease accounting, business combinations, and stock‑based compensation. o Demonstrated experience working directly with external auditors and managing the quarterly review and annual audit processes. o Familiarity with financial reporting software and SEC filing platforms preferred. Skills and Competencies o Deep technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting rules and regulations. o Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex accounting topics for senior management and other stakeholders. o Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines. o Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with an impeccable attention to detail. o High level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly with advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, v-lookups, complex formulas). o A proactive and collaborative work ethic with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. o Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail o Ability to manage multiple tasks #J-18808-Ljbffr Kingsway Corporation