Senior Manager, Technical Accounting and External reporting

CompoSecure•Somerset, NJ

19h

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Technical Accounting and External Reporting is a key member of GPGI Inc.’s Corporate Finance organization, responsible for complex technical accounting matters, SEC reporting, consolidation, and financial statement disclosures. The role works closely with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Legal, Tax, Human Resources, and Operations across GPGI’s operating and holding-company entities, and interacts with external auditors to support compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and internal control standards. The position is part of a larger team located in Somerset, New Jersey, or a Toronto suburb in Ontario, Canada. The successful candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, SEC reporting and global consolidation experience, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced global public-company environment. Areas of technical accounting experience that are beneficial include debt accounting, revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, business combinations, and consolidations. The role leads or supports SEC filings and financial statement disclosures; monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation and close processes; technical accounting research and policy work; acquisition and divestiture accounting; SOX compliance and audit support; and cross-functional guidance and staff development. This position offers the opportunity to support complex transactions, strategic growth initiatives, regulatory reporting, and financial reporting excellence. The role offers a stated annual pay range of $114,400 to $183,000, with offers negotiated based on qualifications. It may be eligible for annual or quarterly incentive compensation based on employee performance and company goals. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits including healthcare, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, group term life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, holidays, and other programs described in the posting. Benefits eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the hire date.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
CPA certification required.
At least 8 years of progressive accounting experience.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, internal controls, and SOX compliance.
Experience preparing or reviewing Forms 10-Q and 10-K.
Experience with technical accounting research and documentation.
Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate in a deadline-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a multinational publicly traded company.
Public accounting experience, preferably at a Big Four or national accounting firm.
Experience with Workiva, OneStream, Hyperion, or similar reporting platforms.
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar.
Technical accounting experience in debt accounting, revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, business combinations, and consolidations.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, and other SEC filings.
Draft and review financial statement footnotes and related disclosures.
Coordinate quarterly and annual reporting processes across Finance, Legal, Tax, Treasury, and business partners.
Support preparation of MD&A and technical accounting disclosures.
Ensure reporting complies with SEC regulations and U.S. GAAP.
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation processes.
Review consolidation entries and intercompany eliminations.
Assist with legal entity integration activities following acquisitions.
Support financial statement preparation and reporting accuracy.
Research, document, and conclude on complex U.S. GAAP accounting matters.
Prepare technical accounting memoranda supporting significant transactions and accounting conclusions.
Lead accounting assessments involving revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, debt and financing transactions, business combinations and purchase accounting, consolidation and variable interest entities, equity transactions, and earnings per share.
Monitor new accounting pronouncements and evaluate their impact on the company.
Maintain and update accounting policies and procedures.
Lead or support accounting due diligence for acquisitions and strategic transactions.
Lead or assist with purchase price allocations and opening balance sheet analyses.
Prepare accounting analyses and disclosures related to acquisitions and divestitures.
Coordinate with valuation specialists and external advisors.
Support SOX compliance efforts and control documentation.
Partner with internal and external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.
Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements and automation opportunities.
Maintain documentation supporting accounting conclusions and SEC disclosures.
Partner with Treasury on debt transactions and covenant reporting.
Partner with Human Resources and Legal regarding equity compensation programs.
Support commercial teams on revenue contract reviews.
Provide technical accounting guidance and training to finance personnel.
Mentor and develop junior accounting staff.