SEC Reporting Analyst

Accuray•Madison, WI

About The Position

Accuray Incorporated is a radiation therapy company that develops, manufactures, sells, and supports market-changing solutions designed to deliver radiation treatments for complex and common cases, helping clinical teams provide better patient outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Strong understanding of US GAAP
1–3 years’ experience with SEC reporting in a publicly traded organization (internships or entry-level roles count)
Exposure to multinational company structures and currencies is a plus
Basic knowledge of technical accounting and SEC filing requirements
Experience preparing or supporting SEC documents
Ability to communicate effectively with peers and management regarding accounting issues
Experience working with legal and outside auditors on filing requirements is a plus
Demonstrates motivation, willingness to learn, and commitment to continuous improvement
Understanding of SOX requirements in a public company environment
Strong organizational and administrative skills
High energy; ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
Strong written and verbal communication skills
To qualify for this position, candidates must be able to furnish proof that they are authorized to work in the country they are applying on a permanent basis without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of SAP is a plus
CPA or progress toward CPA preferred
Public accounting experience is a plus
Experience with Active Disclosure preferred

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation and review of SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, and Financial Earnings releases) to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
Support research and documentation of technical accounting issues, including drafting supporting memos under supervision.
Collaborate with legal, finance, and other functions involved in the SEC filing process or requiring technical accounting assistance.
Coordinate with external auditors and legal counsel to gather information and support SEC filings.
Research and analyze complex technical accounting literature to support conclusions on accounting treatment for unique transactions, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal policies.
Participate in month-end and quarter-end close activities with the Accounting team.
Help ensure compliance with SOX controls and requirements by maintaining documentation and supporting testing.
Contribute to the maintenance of the accounting policy library for the finance organization.
Assist in preparing quarterly and annual memos on topics such as goodwill, segmentation, leasing, debt, and stock compensation.
Build relationships with external auditors to support technical accounting audit items.
Work with cross-functional teams (Finance, Legal, SOX, HR) to support business needs.
Identify and suggest process improvements to streamline and automate reporting and close processes.
Gain experience working with SAP and Active Disclosure software.