Senior Manager, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting

Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals•Malvern, PA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing complex technical accounting matters and coordinating external financial reporting. Primary responsibilities in this role include researching and concluding on all technical accounting matters and ensuring accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting under U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. This position will consult often with relevant stakeholders including the CFO, CAO, external and internal auditors, lines of business, business development, legal and subsidiary personnel among others. The Sr. Manager will also update, integrate and maintain enterprise-wide accounting policies and act as a liaison to all subsidiaries on policies and technical accounting matters / SOX. This position will also assist, on an as needed basis, with other ad hoc projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA required
8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or SEC reporting roles
Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and financial consolidations
Strong technical writing skills for accounting memos and disclosures
Knowledge of global consolidation process a plus
Experience managing audits and working with external auditors
Pharmaceutical experience a plus
Experience working in a Windows environment.
Proficient in MS Office Suite, particularly MS Excel.
Experience with XBRL
Experience with SAP preferred
Detailed knowledge and understanding of U.S. GAAP & SOX 404
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Strong organizational and project management skills; demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels of the organization
Able to operate at a detailed level without losing sight of the big picture
Action oriented; thrives in a dynamic environment; willing to take the initiative when the opportunity presents itself
Analytical thinker, with a strong background in accounting processes and data flows
Flexible/team player; comfortable changing directions mid-stream; understands the importance of achieving team objectives.
Ability to research and address complex technical issues and convey conclusions to various stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of global consolidation process a plus
Pharmaceutical experience a plus
Experience with SAP preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as subject matter expert on complex U.S. GAAP matters, including revenue recognition, business combinations, share‑based compensation, leases, impairments, and fair value measurements.
Research, interpret, and implement new accounting standards (ASC updates), including drafting technical accounting memos and white papers.
Own and maintain global accounting policies, ensuring consistent application.
Advise management on accounting implications of strategic transactions and non‑routine activities.
Support the business development team in reviewing and providing guidance with mergers and acquisitions, and licensing contracts.
Act as an accounting liaison with external auditors for technical accounting and reporting matters.
Understand SOX 404 requirements and keep abreast of changes to requirements.
Plan and execute the on-going re-assessment of control design to facilitate ongoing SOX effort; facilitate continuous reduction of manual controls.
Participate in the annual SOX planning and scoping and assessment of control effectiveness.
Lead preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, and related disclosures.
Maintain global financial reporting, statutory reporting and consolidation close calendars.
Manage the statutory reporting tracker to ensure compliance with all local statutory requirements and deadlines.
Coordinate earnings release and quarterly reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
Partner with Legal, Investor Relations, and external auditors on disclosure requirements and filing matters.
Monitor SEC rules, interpretive guidance, and industry best practices to enhance reporting quality.