Sr. SEC Reporting and Technical Accountant at Badger Meter

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Water Technology, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong focus on technical accounting and financial reporting
  • CPA certification required
  • Hands-on experience with SEC reporting, including preparation of 10-Q, 10-K, and other filings
  • In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP, especially revenue recognition under ASC 606
  • Experience with accounting policy development and documentation
  • Exposure to equity accounting, including stock-based compensation and related SEC filings
  • Collaboration with external auditors and tax advisors for compliance and reporting
  • Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and financial reporting tools
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel preferred
  • Competencies: Work Standards (setting high standards, accountability, excellence); Initiating Action (prompt action, proactive); Communication (clear, concise, active listening); Collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Prepare quarterly and annual SEC filings, including reviewed and audited reports
  • Prepare and file necessary equity-related forms in compliance with SEC regulations
  • Coordinate with external and internal auditors on the quarterly reviews and annual audit, implementing any necessary changes to be U.S. GAAP compliant, with minimal to no audit differences
  • Coordinate with external tax accountants to facilitate data gather for quarterly tax compliance
  • Prepare or provide data for tax-related workpapers (e.g., state apportionment, 162m, deferred revenue, R&D credits)
  • Update and maintain Company Accounting Policy Manual in accordance with U.S. GAAP
  • Partner with site accounting teams to ensure policy compliance and accurate financial reporting
  • Maintain and update the Company’s revenue recognition policy
  • Review and document key customer contracts to ensure compliance with ASC 606 and Company revenue policies
  • Perform quarterly and annual revenue testing and analysis, including standalone selling price and timing of revenue recognition
  • Assist with complex accounting areas during month-end close (e.g., equity, warranty, SaaS)

Skills

SEC Reporting
U.S. GAAP
ASC 606
Financial Reporting
Equity Filings
External Audit Coordination
Tax Compliance
Accounting Policies
Revenue Recognition

Badger Meter

Flow measurement and control technologies provider

About Badger Meter

Badger Meter provides flow measurement and control technologies for various industries, including water utilities, oil and gas, chemicals, and HVAC. The company specializes in electromagnetic and ultrasonic flow meters that accurately measure the flow of liquids and gases. These products are crucial for applications like water distribution, wastewater treatment, and industrial process monitoring. Badger Meter operates globally, serving clients in over 100 countries, and generates revenue through the sale of flow measurement devices, software solutions, and service agreements. The company's goal is to help clients optimize their operations and reduce costs through reliable measurement and control technologies.

Milwaukee, WisconsinHeadquarters
1905Year Founded
$14MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Energy, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Healthcare, disability and life insurance,
PTO
Leave programs
Retirement savings plans
Flexible, remote work and part-time arrangements,

Risks

Rising competition from emerging smart water technology companies threatens market share.
Increased raw material costs may negatively impact Badger Meter's profit margins.
Potential regulatory changes could necessitate costly updates to existing products.

Differentiation

Badger Meter offers advanced electromagnetic and ultrasonic flow meters for high accuracy.
Their products serve diverse industries, including water utilities and industrial processes.
Badger Meter provides integrated software solutions for resource optimization and cost reduction.

Upsides

Growing demand for smart water management boosts Badger Meter's market potential.
IoT adoption in industries enhances the need for advanced flow measurement technologies.
Infrastructure investments in emerging markets increase demand for Badger Meter's products.

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