Director, External Reporting And SEC Reporting

Aston Carter • New York, NY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Director of External Reporting & SEC Reporting to lead the company’s external financial reporting and SEC compliance efforts. This is a highly visible leadership role for a technically strong accounting professional who thrives in fast‑paced, high‑growth environments and enjoys building scalable, best‑in‑class reporting processes.
This individual will serve as a trusted technical accounting and reporting partner across the organization, ensuring timely, accurate, and high‑quality public filings while helping shape the future of the company’s reporting infrastructure.

Requirements

• Extensive experience leading SEC and external financial reporting for public or pre‑IPO companies
• Deep technical accounting expertise with strong hands‑on knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Proven ability to manage complex reporting calendars and cross‑functional stakeholders
• Strong experience working with external auditors and regulatory bodies
• A detail‑oriented, execution‑focused leader who thrives under deadlines in dynamic environments

Nice To Haves

• IPO readiness and public‑company scaling experience
• SOX compliance and disclosure committee support
• Audit documentation and accounting memo preparation
• Change management and process transformation initiatives
• Exposure to ERP and consolidation system implementations
• Experience building and scaling finance and reporting infrastructure
• Strong executive‑level communication and presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end external reporting and SEC filing process, including Forms 10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, and proxy statements
• Prepare, review, and deliver U.S. GAAP‑compliant financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A for public disclosure
• Partner closely with Technical Accounting on complex accounting topics such as revenue recognition, equity‑based compensation, and new accounting standards
• Collaborate with FP&A, Legal, Investor Relations, and external auditors to ensure accurate, timely, and high‑quality filings
• Oversee disclosure controls, ensure XBRL accuracy, and monitor evolving SEC rules and disclosure requirements
• Drive continuous improvement across reporting processes, timelines, and systems to support growth, scale, and efficiency

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees