Director, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

Roblox•San Mateo, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Roblox is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, this key leadership role will own the external financial reporting process, including all SEC filings and the management of the quarterly earnings cycle. This position will also serve as the company’s internal expert on technical accounting, leading the research, documentation, and implementation for complex, non-routine transactions and new accounting standards, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements in a rapidly scaling, publicly traded environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
Active CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license is required.
10+ years of progressive experience in accounting, with a minimum of 4 years directly managing SEC reporting at a publicly traded company.
Deep, expert knowledge of US GAAP, SEC regulations (Regulation S-X, S-K), and SOX compliance.
Proven ability to independently research, analyze, and apply complex technical accounting guidance.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, necessary for drafting public disclosures and policy memos.

Responsibilities

Own the end-to-end preparation, review, and timely filing of all external financial reports, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q, ensuring strict compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations.
Manage the quarterly and annual earnings process, including preparation of certain earnings materials and supporting documentation.
Serve as the primary point of contact and liaison with external auditors on all matters related to financial disclosures and external reporting.
Lead the quarterly Disclosure Committee meeting with key stakeholders.
Lead and perform technical accounting research and analysis for complex transactions (e.g., M&A, debt/equity structures, stock-based compensation, and new business models).
Prepare and maintain detailed, well-supported accounting policy memos documenting the company’s positions and conclusions on complex matters.
Proactively monitor emerging US GAAP and SEC developments, assessing their impact on Roblox's financial statements and disclosures, and leading implementation plans for new standards.
Provide expert technical guidance and training to other cross-functional teams.
Ensure the company maintains robust internal controls (SOX) specifically over the external financial reporting and disclosure process.
Collaborate closely with Legal, Investor Relations, and FP&A to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance across all public financial communications.
Drive continuous improvement in the reporting process, leveraging technology to increase efficiency and reduce reporting cycle time.