Director, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

Caleres • Clayton, MO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1878, Caleres, originally known as Brown Shoe Company, is a global footwear company comprised of some of the world's most loved brands including Famous Footwear, Sam Edelman, Naturalizer, Dr. Scholl's, Allen Edmonds, and many more. Caleres' legacy includes 145+ years of craftsmanship, a passion for fit, and a mission to inspire people to feel great...feet first. Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as a Director, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting in St. Louis, MO, where you'll play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the Company's external financial reporting strategy and ensuring compliance with evolving accounting and regulatory requirements. This highly visible position offers the opportunity to lead SEC reporting, provide technical accounting expertise, partner with executive leadership and the Audit Committee, and drive continuous improvements across the financial reporting process. If you're passionate about financial transparency, accounting excellence, and influencing business decisions through strategic insight, this is the perfect role for you! As a member of our team, you'll be part of a company that values results, caring, and learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 7+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or finance experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, SOX compliance requirements, and financial disclosure standards
• Experience working with executive leadership teams, Audit Committees, and external auditors

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred
• CPA certification preferred
• Big Four or national public accounting experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Own the preparation, review, and filing of the Company's SEC reports, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K.
• Ensure all external financial reporting is accurate, timely, compliant with SEC requirements, and aligned with leading disclosure practices.
• Benchmark disclosures against peers and monitor evolving regulatory requirements.
• Ensure the accurate and efficient preparation of corporate and consolidated financial statements.
• Lead month-end close activities, maintain a strong internal control environment, and oversee compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements through periodic control assessments and continuous monitoring.
• Serve as the Company's subject matter expert on complex accounting matters, including technical accounting research, accounting policy development, implementation of new accounting standards, and preparation of accounting memoranda.
• Provide guidance on key accounting areas, including stock-based compensation, pensions, and other comprehensive income.
• Influence decision-making through financial analysis, technical accounting insights, and regulatory expertise.
• Prepare and deliver executive, Audit Committee, and Board-level presentations and reporting materials while serving as a key liaison with internal and external auditors.
• Champion process improvement initiatives, including automation and reporting efficiencies, to enhance effectiveness and scalability.

Benefits

• Caleres is invested in our Associates. We regularly review our pay matrices and update appropriately based on need.
• The actual pay will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.
• Please visit yourcaleres.com to review all associated benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director