Sr Manager Financial Reporting

Job Overview

The Senior Manager of Financial Reporting is responsible for the creation and oversight of SEC periodic reporting (Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8‑K, etc.), involvement in other 1934 Act filings (Proxy) and other regulatory filings as needed. The role requires strong technical accounting research skills, the ability to research and apply accounting guidance to new or existing transactions, and support to auditors and management.

• Prepare and review quarterly/annual financial statements and disclosures for SEC filings (Form 10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, etc.).
• Perform technical accounting research and document conclusions on complex accounting issues in accordance with US GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Research, document, and assist in the implementation of new accounting pronouncements through an understanding of economics and business purpose.
• Support all facets of equity compensation, including RSAs, RSUs, and ESOs.
• Review financial information included in Investor Relations documents (press releases, investor presentations, etc.).
• Collaborate with accounting, internal counsel, and other departments.
• Coordinate and manage audit requests (PBCs) with internal and external auditors during quarterly reviews and year‑end audits.
• Assist with compliance and maintenance of internal controls over financial reporting.
• Create and execute on ad hoc reporting and projects as requested.

• Lead the department in a dynamic environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all levels, with the ability to explain accounting concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Exceptional analytical, problem‑identification, and problem‑solving skills.
• Intellectual curiosity to understand the business drivers behind financial information.
• Knowledge of accounting principles with the initiative to remain current on regulatory changes.
• Detail oriented to maintain complete documentation as required by SOX and company policies.
• Organizational skills to meet deadlines and timelines.
• Ability to hold self and others accountable, take initiative beyond formal duties, and set high expectations.
• Ability to identify and remove barriers to progress or change with an emphasis on efficient results.
• Effectively interface with external audit and manage reporting deadlines.
• Experience in documentation, maintenance, and improvement of internal controls related to financial reporting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Comprehensive understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC, and Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX).
• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant accounting/financial reporting experience, preferably with a listed SEC‑registered company.
• Independent judgment, initiative, and ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and conflicting priorities in a rapidly changing environment.
• Experience with financial statement preparation, month‑end close process, and SEC filings.
• Advanced competency in Excel and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience using ERP and reporting software.

• Comprehensive medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision plan options.
• Health savings account with enrollment in the high‑deductible health plan option.
• Health & dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Company‑paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
• Company‑paid short‑term disability and voluntary long‑term disability insurance.
• Pre‑tax and Roth 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick, and bereavement leave.
• Paid holidays, including a floating personal day.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs.
• Earned Wage access, allowing early access to a portion of earned wages before payday.
• Product discounts at Leslie’s retail stores.

Leslie’s is an equal opportunity employer. This position is not open to agency submissions.

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