Senior SEC Financial Reporting Analyst & Technical Accountant
- Category: Finance
- Country: United States
- Location: San Diego, Scripps Ranch
Overview
The Senior Financial Reporting Analyst & Technical Accountant is responsible for supporting the preparation of the Company’s public filings and related disclosures (such as the 10-Q’s, 10-K, 8-K’s, Proxy Statement, etc.). This is a great opportunity to get to know the inner workings of our global business. This key team member will also assist with U.S. GAAP technical research, including the task of providing support for the rigorous requirements of implementation, documentation and disclosure of new accounting standards worldwide.
In addition, a critical aspect of this position’s key responsibilities includes administering our global lease accounting program as well as being involved in stock-based compensation accounting arising from the Company’s equity awards. This role provides a unique combination of traditional SEC reporting skills and highly technical, specialized accounting skills. A keen eye for detail, pro-activeness and a strong values alignment are ingredients for success in this role.
If you are passionate about a career in accounting and finance that will allow you to gain experience in multiple disciplines … please apply as soon as possible because this accounting utopia awaits you.
This role offers the flexibility of working of a hybrid schedule.
What You’ll Be Doing
What You’ll Be Doing (if you like details … this section is for you)
- Assists with the preparation of the Company's SEC filings such as Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K. Prepares and maintains documentation supporting the information included in the filings. Assists with coordinating the review of the documents with management, legal counsel, and external accounting firm.
- Assists with the preparation and timely reporting of the Company’s worldwide consolidated financial statements, including the income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement and statement of shareholders’ equity. Assists with the preparation of the consolidated eliminating entries on a quarterly basis or as needed.
- Responsible for S. GAAP accounting and reporting requirements related to stock-based compensation globally. Specific responsibilities include preparing stock-based compensation expense journal entries and account reconciliations monthly, maintaining accounting and deferred tax information in the Company’s equity award software (Shareworks), and preparing quarterly earnings per share calculations, amongst other responsibilities. Is also responsible for various schedules, analyses, financial statements footnote disclosures as well as documentation in support of the statutory audit reports for the Company’s international offices.
- Responsible for S. GAAP accounting and reporting requirements related to leases entered into by the Company at all locations globally. Specific responsibilities include reviewing all lease contracts and potential embedded lease contracts globally, preparing lease abstracts for each lease and accounting for them in accordance with ASC 842 via the Company’s Excel-based lease model, and providing all the Company’s international locations with monthly lease journal entries. Is also responsible for various schedules, analyses, financial statements footnote disclosures as well as documentation in support of the statutory audit reports for the Company’s international offices.
- Performs U.S. GAAP research and documentation on complex or non-routine transactions and assists with the preparation of accounting position papers.
- Supports quarterly and annual audits with independent public accounting audit team.
- Responsible for Sarbanes-Oxley processes in areas of responsibility.
What You’ll Bring To The Role
What You Bring to the Role
- 3+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience in Big 4 auditing or publicly traded company and/or audit experience
- Knowledge of U.S. GAAP accounting treatment for equity awards and leases.
- 2+ years of experience working with or auditing U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements and NASDAQ regulations
- Knowledge of an equity compensation management platform/system (Solium Shareworks, Equity Edge or equivalent), ideal.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or other relevant areas of study
- CPA held at one time (may not be current) or in the process of obtaining CPA, desirable.
At WD-40 Company we believe that purpose-driven, passionate people guided by our values create amazing outcomes. Our “why” is refreshingly simple - we exist to create positive lasting memories in everything we do. We solve problems. We make things work smoothly. We create opportunities. How we achieve our “why” is by cultivating a tribal culture through learning, teaching and living our values.
Since 1953, our formulation remains a secret. It is no secret that our passion for our people, culture, and brands is what distinguishes us. WD-40 Company has best-in-class products and we seek best-in-class talent.
Why You Should Apply
- If you believe in our “why” this is the place for you
- Over 93% employee engagement as of February 2018 global employee survey
- Publicly traded company headquartered in San Diego, California since 1953
- Voted Most Democratic Workplace and certified WorldBlu Freedom Centered Workplace
- Learning based culture that supports the growth and development of our team members
Do You Align With Our Values?
Please, only consider employment with WD-40 Company if you feel as strongly about our values as we do: We live, breathe, and play by our values every day.
- We value doing the right thing.
- We value creating positive lasting memories in all our relationships.
- We value making it better than it is today.
- We value succeeding as a Tribe while excelling as individuals.
- We value owning it and passionately acting on it.
- We value sustaining the WD-40 Company economy.
Total Rewards
$95000 – $115000 / year plus 10- 15% profit-sharing contribution to your retirement account. Salary is determined by multiple factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and alignment with market data
- Medical insurance, 80-95% company-paid premium
- Dental and vision insurance
- 401K match
- Annual cash incentive rewards
- Tuition reimbursement
- Short-day Fridays
- Vacation
- Paid holidays, including winter shut down
About Us
WD-40 Company has best-in-class products and we seek best-in-class talent with the desire to make an impact. We also seek people who share our values and strive to leave positive and lasting memories in all their interactions. The creativity, agility, and talent of our global tribe keep us in the forefront of our industry. We foster a strong culture of learning and accountability in a collaborative team environment. While the 69 year-old formulation of WD-40® Multi-Use Product remains a secret, it is no secret that our passion for our people, culture, and products is what distinguishes us.
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