Our client is a well-established and highly reputable real estate investment firm that will soon be going public! They are seeking a Financial Reporting Manager to lead the IPO process and eventually lead SEC Reporting functions for the firm. In addition to the base salary, the role has a 20% target bonus in addition to equity.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Manage the preparation and distribution of periodic SEC filings, including 10Q, 10K, Proxy Filings, etc.
• Coordinate the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met and reconciliations are performed accurately.
• Prepare company consolidation, including eliminating intercompany balances, cash flows and equity roll forward.
• Lead the preparation of financial reports for internal stakeholders, including executive management.
• Manage corporate cash, expenses, and the general ledger as it relates to corporate entities.
• Collaborate with external auditors to facilitate the annual audit process and ensure timely completion of audit deliverables.
• Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards and regulations, assessing their potential impact on financial reporting practices and recommending appropriate actions.
• Provide technical accounting guidance and support to cross-functional teams on complex accounting matters, including revenue recognition, lease accounting, equity based compensation, and business combinations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline financial reporting processes, enhance efficiency, and maintain the highest standards of quality.
• Mentor and develop a team of financial reporting professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior management on financial reporting matters, providing insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Approximately 5-10+ years of experience in a Big 4 or other CPA firm or through progressive experience in financial reporting in a publicly traded company.
• Expertise in SEC/GAAP rules and regulations.
• BS or equivalent in a related field; advanced degree (MBA, etc.) a plus; CPA required.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to direct cross-functional and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Foundational business acumen of the restaurant, hospitality, gaming, and/or real estate industry.
• Experience in internal control design and financial process optimization; prior Sarbanes-Oxley implementation preferred.
• Understanding of culture, control environment, and perceptions associated with a publicly listed company/SEC registrant