Financial Reporting Lead with a Leading/Prominent Financial Services firm in Los Angeles [Hybrid Schedule] - Vertical Careers, Inc.

Financial Reporting Lead [Hybrid Schedule]

Overview:

Responsible for the preparation of both internal and external reports including regulatory and SEC filings.

Responsibilities:

Participate in all aspects of quarterly/annual SEC filings, (including 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, 11-K and other SEC filings) including the revamp of certain sections as assigned; Work paper/electronic compilation and tie-out; Integrating comments provided by colleagues and interacting with business leaders to ensure accurate filings; XBRL tagging of the Financial Statements and Footnotes; Managing the SEC reporting software (Workiva); Completing GAAP and SEC disclosure checklists; assist with development of ESG reporting process.

• Complete regulatory reporting filings such as call reports, FR Y-9LP, FR Y-9C, FR Y-6, FR Y-10 etc. and assist in implementing solutions for process improvement
• Provide support for the earnings release (“ER”) process including the preparation of ER tables and verbiage tie-out
• Provide audit, accounting, and compliance support by satisfying all requests timely and accurately with requested information
• Independently research accounting and disclosure-related matters and incorporate new GAAP/SEC reporting requirements into filings and recommend improvements to existing disclosures to ensure compliance and effectiveness
• Communicate with external and internal auditors regarding financial reporting matters
• Prepare various schedules for internal reporting requirements including the monthly Board package
• Prepare consolidated financial statements for dissemination to the management, external auditors, and regulatory agencies
• Prepare and review various schedules and reports for internal users and external auditors, and assist in the audit of financial statements and related footnotes
• Perform and complete ad-hoc analyses and projects as needed

Qualifications:

• CPA license or MBA preferred
• At least 5 years public accounting and/or public company financial reporting experience
• Solid knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and concepts
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; including research skills regarding current and prospective updates to SEC disclosure requirements and regulatory reporting
• Banking/financial institution experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision
• Proven ability to perform under pressure and to adjust plans to meet changing needs and requirements
• Excellent team player who can build and leverage working relationships
• Experience with PeopleSoft GL and Workiva software
• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; and at least 5 years public accounting and/or financial reporting experience.