Senior Manager of SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

Who you are

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; active CPA required
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2–3 years in a leadership or managerial role
• Deep experience in SEC reporting (Regs S-X and S-K), including ownership of 10-Ks/10-Qs and financial statement preparation in a public company
• Strong foundation in US GAAP, SEC regulations, and financial reporting best practices
• Mix of public company and Big 4 experience strongly preferred
• Fintech, tech, or high-growth industry experience is a plus
• Experience with Workiva (required) and NetSuite (preferred)
• Public company reporting experience is required
• Adhere to all company security policies and data handling procedures
• Complete mandatory security awareness training within required timeframes
• Promptly report any suspected security incidents or suspicious activity to the Security team
• Clear, confident communicator; able to synthesize technical information for executive audiences
• Highly organized with excellent project management skills and a continuous improvement mindset
• Resourceful, curious, and proactive; driven to take ownership and grow within a scaling organization
• Resilient, optimistic, and energized by challenge and change
• High integrity and strong ethical standards
• Precision-focused with strong attention to detail and awareness of the bigger picture
• Able to lead through ambiguity, work independently, and coordinate across teams and time zones

What the job involves

• Figure is looking for a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Manager of SEC Reporting with an eye for accuracy and a passion for cutting edge technology in the financial services industry
• This role will be responsible for leading our financial reporting efforts, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations, and contributing to the overall success of our Controllership. Ownership and pride in your work are key to being a part of a team that is changing the financial services industry
• This is a great opportunity to work at a rapidly growing company in a pivotal stage alongside some of the brightest minds and experienced leaders in the Fintech space
• You’ll play a critical role in leading our SEC and financial reporting function as we scale
• This role blends deep technical expertise with cross-functional collaboration, offering visibility across leadership and the opportunity to influence process improvements as we grow
• You will report to the Director of Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting
• Manage the preparation and timely filing of SEC reports, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, proxy statements and other required filings, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, SEC regulations, and XBRL tagging
• Prepare or review supporting schedules for financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A sections
• Prepare disclosure checklists and tie-out documentation for SEC filings
• Maintain the reporting calendar and ensure timely execution of deliverables to meet deadlines
• Lead the review process with legal, external auditors, and internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy and alignment
• Drive continuous improvement across the reporting function: streamlining processes, simplifying disclosures, and implementing best practices
• Help establish and maintain SOX-compliant internal controls over financial reporting
• Assist in preparing internal management and investor reports, as well as materials for the Audit Committee
• Support regulator inquiries and information requests, as needed
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, anomalies, or areas of risk and improvement
• Partner closely with executive leadership, legal, investor relations, and auditors to deliver high-quality reporting
• Promote a culture of learning, ownership, and operational excellence within the controllership team and broader finance
• Research and assess new accounting standards and SEC requirements, translating complex guidance into practical application
• Provide technical accounting guidance to finance and cross-functional teams as needed
• Support ad-hoc financial reporting initiatives and other strategic projects as the company scales

Benefits

• 100% of premium costs for employees and dependents for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Reimbursement for approved continuing education (eligible employees)
• 10 company-wide holidays plus one personal holiday
• Generous Flexible Time Away (FTA), Paid Time Off (PTO), and paid parental leave
• Bonus plan (eligible employees)
• Option to purchase a set number of shares of Figure's common stock (eligible employees)