Director of SEC & Financial Reporting
Earlens
Position Summary
The Director of SEC & Financial Reporting is responsible for leading the company’s external financial reporting, including SEC filings, technical accounting research, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. This role serves as a key business partner to Finance leadership, Legal, FP&A, Investor Relations, and external auditors, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial disclosures.
Key Responsibilities
SEC Reporting & External Disclosures
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Lead the preparation and filing of all SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and proxy statements
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Ensure compliance with SEC rules, U.S. GAAP, and SOX requirements
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Monitor and assess new accounting standards, SEC guidance, and regulatory changes; evaluate impact and lead implementation
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Oversee XBRL tagging and related disclosures
Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting
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Review and approve quarterly and annual financial statements and footnotes
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Lead technical accounting research and prepare accounting position memos for complex transactions (e.g., revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, business combinations, leases, debt, and equity)
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Partner with Accounting Operations to ensure accurate close processes and reporting timelines
Audit & Controls
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Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors on SEC and financial reporting matters
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Support SOX compliance efforts, including documentation, testing, and remediation of controls related to financial reporting
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Coordinate audit requests and ensure timely resolution of audit comments
Cross-Functional Partnership
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Collaborate with Legal and Investor Relations on disclosure requirements and earnings-related communications
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Support earnings releases, investor presentations, and analyst materials
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Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on reporting and disclosure strategy
Leadership & Process Improvement
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Lead, mentor, and develop a team responsible for financial reporting and SEC compliance
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Drive process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency, and scalability
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Contribute to finance transformation initiatives and system implementations as needed
Qualifications
Required
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Master’s preferred)
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CPA required
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10+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience
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Strong experience with SEC reporting in a public company environment
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Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and SOX compliance
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Experience working with external auditors (Big 4 experience strongly preferred)
Preferred
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Prior leadership experience managing or mentoring a team
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Experience in a complex, fast-growing, or multinational organization
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Familiarity with financial reporting systems and SEC reporting tools (e.g., Workiva)
Key Competencies
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Strong technical accounting and analytical skills
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Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
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Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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Clear, confident communicator with executive presence
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Proactive business partner mindset
Why Join Us
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High-visibility role with direct impact on external reporting and compliance
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Opportunity to partner closely with senior leadership
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Collaborative culture with a focus on excellence and continuous improvement