Senior SEC Reporting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior SEC Reporting Manager to lead external reporting activities for a financial services organization in Chicago, Illinois. This role plays a key part in delivering accurate and timely quarterly and annual filings while guiding a high-performing reporting team. The position partners closely with finance and business leaders to strengthen disclosure quality, support technical accounting matters, and enhance reporting processes through continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the preparation, review, and submission of periodic SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q and 10-K, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

• Act as the internal authority on SEC reporting requirements, U.S. GAAP, and disclosure matters, including accounting considerations related to equity-based compensation.

• Lead, coach, and develop the SEC reporting team to maintain strong performance, accountability, and continued growth.

• Collaborate with Legal, Tax, FP& A, Investor Relations, and external auditors to coordinate reporting activities and align disclosure content across functions.

• Evaluate new accounting guidance and oversee adoption efforts to ensure reporting and disclosures remain compliant with applicable standards.

• Research complex accounting and reporting issues, develop clear positions, and communicate conclusions to key stakeholders.

• Identify opportunities to streamline reporting workflows and advance automation initiatives that improve efficiency and control within the function.

Benefits : Medical/Dental, 401k & PTO

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• CPA designation is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• At least 8 years of progressive accounting experience, including SEC reporting, public accounting, or a combination of both.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and external financial reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve technical accounting and disclosure questions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across senior stakeholder groups.
• Experience with reporting tools such as Workiva or ActiveDisclosure is preferred.
• Background in financial services and exposure to systems such as Splunk are considered advantageous.