Financial Reporting Manager

JOB SUMMARY:
The Financial Reporting Manager is a highly effective, results oriented individual with proven ability to lead others toward the successful attainment of objectives. The Manager is responsible for the SEC reporting function, including the preparation and submission of SEC filings and earnings release materials; performing technical accounting research and policy development; and partnering with and advising business lines and other corporate functions on accounting and reporting matters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting

• Lead the preparation and timely submission of the 10-Q, 10-K, earnings releases, and related SEC filings, as well as transactional filings, registration statements, and other SEC filings as required
• Research complex accounting and reporting issues and analyze financial statements and disclosures to ensure proper application of GAAP
• Serve as a liaison with internal and external auditors and regulators during audits, reviews, and examinations
• Manage financial systems, data quality, and data accessibility and coordinate with business lines and accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate deliverables to support accurate and timely reporting
• Implement and monitor process improvements to manage and streamline SEC reporting activities and create and efficient and effective reporting process
• Develop and maintain significant accounting policies, ensuring compliance with GAAP and consistent application across business units
• Maintain strong knowledge of GAAP, SEC rules and emerging issues and clearly communicate potential changes and impacts to senior management and business lines
• Maintain effective control over financial reporting and ensure Sarbanes Oxley requirements are met
• Advise the finance, accounting, and business line functions in evaluating complex issues, transactions, and strategic initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions, and other financial accounting and reporting matters
• Prepare ad hoc reports, financial analyses and participate in special projects

Leadership and People Development:

• Develop and manage a performance-oriented and high-performing SEC reporting team
• Build a culture of control and accountability within the SEC reporting team
• Mentor and manage direct reports to facilitate engagement and support professional development
• Continually strive to develop talent from within and recruit talent to the accounting and reporting organization to promote associate retention and meet current and future business needs
• Adhere to Seacoast Bank's Code of Conduct

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting
• Licensed CPA
• 7+ years' experience in public accounting (audit background within financial services) and/or accounting/SEC reporting within a large public corporation
• Previous banking/financial services experience, with strong knowledge of banking products and services and accounting and presentation issues relevant to the industry
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements and current accounting and financial reporting practices
• Experience with Workiva/Wdesk preferred
• Strong technical writing skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates sound professional judgment using analytical and problem-solving skills
• Process improvement oriented with the ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines

The Statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills. Because these statements are general, the job description is used for a variety of purposes including job evaluations; performance reviews; recruitment; etc. All Associates are required to adhere to the highest legal and ethical standards applicable to our industry. It is the policy of Seacoast Bank that all Associates will be familiar and compliant with all regulatory, legal, ethical and Bank risk mitigation requirements pertaining to both our industry and their individual roles. This includes the on time, successful completion of annual required training post-hire and effective execution of role responsibilities.