SEC Reporting Manager

About the role

Ghj Search and Staffing Interim SEC Reporting Manager Opportunity

Ghj Search and Staffing operates as the dedicated recruitment division of Ghj, a recognized national accounting and advisory firm. We specialize in placing qualified Accounting and Finance professionals into temporary and permanent roles across numerous industries. Our strategic relationship with the Global Advisory and Accounting Network empowers our team to thoroughly analyze client requirements, source superior candidates, and rigorously evaluate potential fits. This engagement leverages that network to deliver a specialized finance leader.

Position Overview

This interim position focuses on the complete lifecycle of corporate financial reporting. The successful manager will own the workflows that transform source data into finalized board presentations. Daily decisions directly influence how controllers, external auditors, and internal executives perceive organizational risk and compliance posture. The role requires significant ownership of intricate schedules and demands precise, confident communication. This position is based in Los Angeles, California, and follows a hybrid work model. The assignment is interim with a defined scope and duration.

Compensation Details

The target annual compensation for this role is between $140,000 and $160,000. This package reflects the interim nature of the engagement and the level of responsibility involved.

Core Responsibilities

You will design and refine intake procedures to ensure accurate capture of transaction detail and supporting control documentation. You will construct consolidated workbooks, linking trial balances to footnote disclosures through established templates to maintain structural integrity. A critical duty involves reviewing journal entries and adjustments for correct authorization and strict alignment with company policy and regulatory guidance. You will ship accurate financial reports that consistently meet firm deadlines, thereby supporting audit readiness and addressing external inquiries from stakeholders. Coordination with regional controllers is essential to guarantee that local data seamlessly integrates into the global reporting structure and consolidation process. Leading process mapping sessions will be required to clarify month-end tasks, close calendar activities, and delineate decision responsibilities across the finance team. Validation of system outputs is necessary prior to finance leadership review of consolidated financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness. Partnership with technology teams is expected to improve data movement, streamline repetitive workflows, and reduce reliance on manual reconciliation steps that create inefficiencies. You will oversee the maintenance of detailed technical documentation related to reporting methodologies and control activities for internal and external review. The role involves collaborating with finance leadership to interpret complex accounting standards and translate them into actionable procedures for the reporting team.

Requirements

Candidates must bring exactly four years of relevant experience, gained either in public accounting or within industry roles that involve financial reporting. Demonstrated ability to handle complex general ledger reconciliations and explain the results clearly to non-financial audiences is mandatory for success in this environment. You will prepare documentation packages that are suitable for review by external parties, inspection committees, and regulatory bodies without requiring significant rework. The ability to perform effectively under tight timelines while maintaining organized files and robust version control is required to meet the demands of the interim engagement. Clear communication skills in written and spoken English are necessary for productive cross-functional discussions with controllers, auditors, and business stakeholders. A strong understanding of SEC reporting requirements and compliance obligations is expected to ensure the integrity of financial disclosures. You must be highly organized with exceptional attention to detail to manage multiple priorities and shifting deadlines inherent in a temporary staffing role. The capacity to work independently with minimal supervision while adhering to firm policies and professional standards is essential for this position.

Nice to have

Experience in sectors regulated by securities laws and reporting standards is highly valued. This background provides context for the specific compliance demands of the role and enhances the effectiveness of the interim assignment.

Technical Proficiencies

Proficiency with systems used for general ledger management, financial reporting, and document management is essential. Familiarity with the specific tools used for consolidation and disclosure management is expected to ensure efficient execution of core responsibilities. You should be comfortable navigating enterprise-level technology platforms to extract data, run reports, and validate accuracy in a fast-paced setting.

Important Practical Information

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What you'll do

• Adhere to the timelines and expectations defined for the interim engagement.
• Communicate proactively with the staffing team regarding progress and roadblocks.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding client information and internal processes.
• Utilize the technical proficiencies listed to perform duties efficiently.
• Contribute to process improvements where appropriate within the scope of the assignment.
• Ensure all documentation meets the standards required for external review.
• Support the controller and audit teams with necessary reporting packages.