Senior Manager, Accounting Policy – Reporting

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee technical research pertaining to new and intricate U.S. GAAP (FASB) accounting standards, ensuring prompt adoption and precise documentation of the company's stance.

• Evaluate and interpret accounting and regulatory reporting requirements for key domestic and international subsidiaries.

• Compose and finalize technical accounting memorandums to support intricate transaction analysis and policy determinations.

• Act as the primary technical expert for complex or non-routine transactions within specified areas of focus (e.g., M&A, debt/equity offerings), including implications for SEC reporting.

• Provide guidance to business units and functional teams regarding the practical accounting impacts of new corporate policies and strategic initiatives.

• Spearhead the design and implementation of scalable accounting and reporting processes related to policy application.

• Oversee the entire lifecycle of accounting policies within designated areas of focus, ensuring that documentation is clear, up-to-date, and consistently applied.

• Proactively identify and address accounting policy gaps arising from business changes and evolving US GAAP/SEC/regulatory reporting requirements.

• Ensure governance and monitoring of all subsidiary-specific policy variations and exceptions.

• Manage and execute the timely and precise preparation and filing of external financial reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and proxy statements.

• Manage and execute the preparation of financial statements and other financial reports to fulfill statutory, regulatory, and compliance reporting obligations.

• Oversee and execute the preparation of detailed financial statements and footnotes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all disclosure requirements.

• Ensure the effective design and operation of internal controls over financial reporting (SOX 404) for the external reporting process, footnotes, and complex technical accounting areas.

• Support both internal and external audits concerning technical accounting matters and financial statement reviews.

• Assist in preparing materials for the Audit Committee and Board of Directors on significant accounting policy issues, reporting updates, and emerging risks.

• Lead accounting policy and reporting projects and workstreams, including reviewing analyses and deliverables while mentoring a high-performing team of accounting professionals focused on policy and external reporting.

• Drive process enhancements and maintain robust collaboration with various departments to streamline data collection and reporting processes.

⛳️ Requirements

• 8-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including Big 4 Audit and direct SEC reporting along with technical accounting research experience at a publicly traded company.

• Active CPA, CA, or equivalent credential required.

• Extensive, current, and comprehensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting rules and regulations (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, Reg S-X/S-K).

• Technical accounting experience in one or more areas: loan accounting, securitization, transfers & servicing, consolidation, revenue recognition, coupled with relevant industry/business knowledge.

• Demonstrated ability to conduct complex technical research and analysis from problem identification through to the final impact on financial statements and disclosures.

• Familiarity with financial reporting systems (e.g., Workiva) is preferred.

• Strong analytical, communication (both written and verbal), and interpersonal skills, with the capability to clearly convey complex accounting concepts, produce high-quality technical memorandums, and present to senior/executive leadership and auditors.

• Exceptional project management skills and a proven track record of managing tight reporting deadlines and complex processes.

• A proactive self-starter with initiative, curiosity, and a commitment to streamlining processes and driving continuous improvement.

• Trust in and dedication to Affirm's vision, mission, and values.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health care coverage - Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents.

• Flexible Spending Wallets - generous stipends for spending on Technology, Food, various Lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses.

• Time off - competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge.

• ESPP - An employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of Affirm at a discount.