Director – SEC Reporting & Corporate Accounting
Location: Remote-Optional
• Chicago-area candidates: Hybrid (3 days/week in-office) – Downtown Chicago (Loop, close to train)
• CST and EST time-zone candidates strongly preferred
Compensation: $175,000–$200,000 base + 20% annual bonus + annual long-term incentive (LTI)
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) match
About the Company
Join a $4B global manufacturing leader with a strong track record of innovation and profitable growth. The company operates across multiple continents and serves diverse industries, offering both stability and long-term career opportunity. Known for its collaborative culture and modern corporate environment, this organization places a strong emphasis on internal development and offers a clear path to executive-level leadership.
Position Overview
This is a strategic Director-level leadership role responsible for SEC reporting, global consolidations, corporate accounting, and technical accounting. The position leads a high-performing team and partners closely with senior leadership on external reporting, disclosures, and earnings communications.
The role is remote-optional, with flexibility for qualified candidates outside of the Chicago area. Candidates located in the Chicago metro area are expected to work on a hybrid basis, three days per week in-office.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead preparation and filing of SEC reports, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and earnings releases
• Oversee global consolidations and corporate accounting for multiple domestic and international entities
• Manage technical accounting matters, including adoption of new standards and complex transactions
• Ensure SOX compliance and maintain strong internal control environments
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, legal counsel, and internal stakeholders
• Present consolidated financial results and key insights to senior leadership
• Hire, develop, and mentor a high-performing team, fostering accountability and continuous improvement
Qualifications
• 8+ years of experience in public accounting and/or corporate SEC reporting
• Public accounting foundation from a Big 4 or national firm strongly preferred
• CPA required
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and SOX compliance
• Experience with global consolidations and technical accounting
• Proven leadership ability with experience partnering with executive stakeholders
• Familiarity with Active Disclosure or similar SEC reporting platforms preferred
Why This Role
• Impact: Lead SEC reporting and corporate accounting for a global organization
• Visibility: Regular interaction with senior leadership and cross-functional partners
• Growth: Director-level role with executive exposure and long-term upside
• Flexibility: Remote-optional role with hybrid structure for Chicago-area professionals
• Culture: Collaborative, high-performing team with strong internal mobility
Search Details
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