Senior Manager, Accounting - SEC/Financial Accounting - Corporate

Commerce Bank•Kansas City, MO

1d•$140,000 - $165,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The main purpose of this job is to review the Company’s quarterly and annual Form 10-Q and Form 10-K filings, as well as other financial statements prepared and issued by the Company. Additionally, this role will research technical accounting matters relevant to the Company and ensure compliance with accounting rules and disclosures requirements.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Strong experience in performing technical accounting research and documenting conclusions
Strong knowledge in monitoring accounting and disclosure guidance
Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to apply discretion and sound judgement to efficiently and effectively solve problems
Ability to drive results and balance management of organizational risk and meeting goals of the business
Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate team members and foster a positive team environment that gives way to collaboration and unified goals
Outstanding interpersonal and relationship building skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the company, clearly expressing ideas and concepts both verbally and in writing
Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values
Strong level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
8+ years’ experience in Accounting required
5+ years leadership/supervisory experience required
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required

Responsibilities

Monitor new/updated disclosure requirements and ensure they are properly implemented in the Company’s financial statements
Review SEC financial statement disclosures prepared by others
Review accounting disclosure checklists to ensure completeness of the financial statements
Review XBRL tagging prepared by others and oversee the appropriateness of XBRL tags utilized
Ensure completeness and accuracy of the Company’s Form 10-Q and Form 10-K and deliver a completed product to Director of Financial Reporting for review
Monitor changes in accounting rules, identify new/updated disclosures required to be included, and design new disclosures
Research proper accounting treatment for transactions and compose documentation to support accounting conclusions
Work with necessary departments and team members to gather the data needed and implement processes to achieve correct accounting treatment or disclosure requirements
Provide peer disclosure comparisons for best practices and consistency
Organize accounting policy meetings and present new accounting pronouncements to the accounting management team
Review of other financial statements issued by the Company for its various subsidiaries and benefit plan filing requirements
Review certain internal financial information utilized by senior management
Evaluation of SOX controls as needed
Lead, mentor and motivate team members to implement the department strategy and manage department workflow with guidance on departmental projects/issues, and provide coaching and development opportunities appropriate to each direct report's individual needs
Perform all necessary management functions, including hiring, evaluations, annual increase allocations and disciplinary action as required
Communicate decisions, priorities and relevant information to team members effectively
Support budget management, planning and expenditure
Perform other duties as assigned