External Reporting Manager

We are looking for an SEC Reporting Manager to lead external financial reporting activities for a public company environment in Northern Virginia. This role will oversee the preparation of required filings, support accurate and timely financial disclosures, and help strengthen reporting controls and compliance practices. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of public company reporting requirements, technical accounting research, and consolidated financial statement preparation. The salary range for this position is $120-150k, plus bonus and equity compensation.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation, coordination, and review of periodic and event-driven filings, including annual, quarterly, and current reports as well as registration documents.

• Partner with accounting, legal, finance, and other internal stakeholders to collect, verify, and organize information required for complete external disclosures.

• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements, footnotes, and related disclosures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable reporting standards.

• Manage reporting workflows within Workiva and related tools to improve efficiency, maintain data integrity, and support a controlled source of financial information.

• Support quarterly review and annual audit activities by assembling schedules, preparing supporting documentation, and addressing questions from external auditors.

• Research complex accounting matters, document conclusions in formal memos, and assist with the adoption of new accounting guidance and regulatory updates.

• Perform consolidation activities, including intercompany eliminations, top-side adjustments, and review of reporting outputs across entities.

• Help maintain and enhance internal controls tied to external financial reporting and identify process improvements that strengthen compliance and operating effectiveness.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.

• At least 5 years of progressive experience in financial reporting or SEC reporting, including work within a public company or similarly regulated environment.

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, consolidations, and internal control concepts related to financial reporting.

• Experience preparing financial statements, drafting disclosures, and supporting periodic filings such as 10-Ks, 10-Qs, and 8-Ks.

• Hands-on knowledge of XBRL or iXBRL tagging and familiarity with filing platforms such as Workiva.

• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines, maintain precision in detailed work, and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

• CPA certification is preferred