Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Yelp is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Manager, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting to take a key role in their external reporting process and broader corporate accounting initiatives. This role involves leading the preparation and review of SEC filings, overseeing a team, and driving process improvements within the accounting function.
Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation, coordination, and review of quarterly and annual filings (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K), ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations
- Draft financial statements, footnotes, and Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) disclosures
- Perform technical accounting research; prepare position papers on complex topics (e.g., business combinations, segment reporting); and conduct detailed analysis and review of key accounting items such as cash flow statements and diluted EPS
- Identify and evaluate upcoming accounting pronouncements, lead implementation of new standards, and clearly communicate findings to management, business partners, and auditors
- Coordinate the review process with internal stakeholders, legal counsel, and external auditors
- Oversee and mentor accounting team members, providing coaching, goal setting, performance feedback, and career development
- Assist with monthly/quarterly close activities, including reviewing journal entries and reconciliations related to stock-based compensation
- Drive process improvement initiatives to streamline close and reporting workflows, with a focus on automation, AI-enabled solutions, and enhanced controls
- Ensure robust documentation of accounting policies, procedures, and controls to meet SOX and audit requirements
- Support special projects and ad hoc analysis, including M&A integration
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required
- 6–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a public company SEC reporting role or with a Big 4 public accounting firm
- Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC rules
- Proven ability to drive process improvement and leverage automation tools or AI within accounting or finance functions
- Strong skills in developing, maintaining, and improving accounting documentation and policy materials
- Detail-oriented and process-minded, with strong analytical skills to break down complex problems and implement scalable solutions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences
- Demonstrated ability to partner across multidisciplinary teams and varying levels of staff to deliver results
- Effective at delegating, mentoring, and supporting a team-oriented culture focused on process excellence and continuous improvement
- Self-starter who thrives with minimal direction in a fast-paced, changing environment and embraces new technology and innovation
- Experience with Workiva is preferred
- Experience with Oracle is a plus
Benefits
- Full medical, vision, and dental
- 15 days PTO (accrual begins on date of hire and increases with 2+ years of tenure thereafter), 12 paid holidays, plus one floating holiday
- Up to 14 weeks of parental leave
- Monthly wellness subsidy
- Work from home reimbursement
- Flexible spending account
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Employee stock purchase plan
- You may also be offered a bonus and benefits.
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