Senior Manager, Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting
Lime$140,000 - $190,000/year
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, FoodTechIndustries
Requirements
- Minimum of 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a combination of "Big 4" public accounting and leadership positions within a public company
- Direct, hands-on experience leading the preparation of S-1 financials sections for a successful IPO is strongly preferred
- Proven expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and SOX compliance
- Demonstrated experience building and leading a technical accounting and reporting function
- Hands-on experience implementing and operating strong controls in a SOX-compliant environment
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- CPA certification is required
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Responsibilities
- Serve as the subject matter expert on all technical accounting matters, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), stock-based compensation (ASC 718), leases (ASC 842), and business combinations (ASC 805)
- Manage the development, implementation, and maintenance of all corporate accounting policies in collaboration with Group Controllers
- Research, resolve, and document complex accounting transactions in formal memos
- Lead the end-to-end preparation of the financial sections of S-1 registration statements and all subsequent SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K)
- Contribute to the annual proxy statement process
- Manage the external reporting calendar, coordinating with internal teams (Group Controllers, Legal, FP&A, Investor Relations) and external partners (auditors, legal counsel) to ensure deadlines are met
- Design and implement a robust internal control framework over the financial reporting process
- Ensure that the company will be prepared to be SOX compliant from day one as a public company
- Partner with internal audit to test and validate controls
- Collaborate extensively with finance, legal, operations, and technology teams to provide expert accounting guidance on new business initiatives, contracts, and strategic transactions
- Prepare and present materials on complex accounting topics for the Audit Committee and senior management
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the reporting structure for the Sr. Director of Technical Accounting & External Reporting?
This role reports to the Chief Accounting Officer and works closely with the CFO, legal counsel, Group Controllers, and other executive leaders.
What salary or compensation is offered for this position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Is this role remote or does it require office presence?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What key technical accounting skills are required for this role?
Expertise in U.S. GAAP is essential, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), stock-based compensation (ASC 718), leases (ASC 842), and business combinations (ASC 805), along with SEC reporting (S-1, 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and SOX compliance.
What experience makes a strong candidate for this position?
Highly experienced candidates with strategic leadership in technical accounting, SEC reporting, IPO execution, and SOX compliance, serving as U.S. GAAP experts, will stand out.
Wonder
Curated multi-restaurant meal delivery service
About Wonder
This company excels in the food delivery industry by offering a distinctive approach that allows customers to enjoy a curated selection of meals from top chefs and restaurants, all through a single delivery. Its commitment to enhancing dining convenience through advanced on-site cooking technology and efficient delivery systems positions it as a leader in its sector. Working here, one would be part of a team that values streamlined service delivery and culinary excellence, making it an attractive employer for those passionate about food technology and customer satisfaction.
New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$1,507.7MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Design, EducationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees