Director, External Reporting And SEC Reporting
Aston Carter
Posted Thursday, April 30, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005995611
Director, External Reporting & SEC Reporting
We are seeking an experienced Director of External Reporting & SEC Reporting to lead the company’s external financial reporting and SEC compliance efforts. This is a highly visible leadership role for a technically strong accounting professional who thrives in fast‑paced, high‑growth environments and enjoys building scalable, best‑in‑class reporting processes.
This individual will serve as a trusted technical accounting and reporting partner across the organization, ensuring timely, accurate, and high‑quality public filings while helping shape the future of the company’s reporting infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end‑to‑end external reporting and SEC filing process, including Forms 10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, and proxy statements
- Prepare, review, and deliver U.S. GAAP‑compliant financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A for public disclosure
- Partner closely with Technical Accounting on complex accounting topics such as revenue recognition, equity‑based compensation, and new accounting standards
- Collaborate with FP&A, Legal, Investor Relations, and external auditors to ensure accurate, timely, and high‑quality filings
- Oversee disclosure controls, ensure XBRL accuracy, and monitor evolving SEC rules and disclosure requirements
- Drive continuous improvement across reporting processes, timelines, and systems to support growth, scale, and efficiency
What We’re Looking For
- Extensive experience leading SEC and external financial reporting for public or pre‑IPO companies
- Deep technical accounting expertise with strong hands‑on knowledge of U.S. GAAP
- Proven ability to manage complex reporting calendars and cross‑functional stakeholders
- Strong experience working with external auditors and regulatory bodies
- A detail‑oriented, execution‑focused leader who thrives under deadlines in dynamic environments
Preferred Experience
- IPO readiness and public‑company scaling experience
- SOX compliance and disclosure committee support
- Audit documentation and accounting memo preparation
- Change management and process transformation initiatives
- Exposure to ERP and consolidation system implementations
- Experience building and scaling finance and reporting infrastructure
- Strong executive‑level communication and presentation skills
Work Environment
This role offers a hybrid work schedule, with three days on‑site per week. Standard working hours are 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, with flexibility as needed during reporting cycles.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of New York, NY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $185000.00 - $215000.00/yr.
Medical, Dental and Vision.
Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in New York,NY.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 13, 2026.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
Contact Information
Email: jiramirez@astoncarter.com
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