BuzzFeed is currently looking for a VP, SEC Reporting and Accounting Policy with exceptional communication, writing and reporting skills.
The VP, SEC Reporting and Accounting Policy will be responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance with SEC requirements as well as other newly emerging FASB and regulatory requirements.
The VP, SEC Reporting and Accounting Policy will be responsible for the preparation of SEC filings including financial statements and footnote disclosures, MD&A, and accounting policy memos.
The role will report into the SVP, Global Controller.
The ideal candidate is comfortable in a dynamic environment, will bring energy and passion and will not be afraid to roll up their sleeves to tackle challenging assignments.
You Will
Prepare 10-Q, 10-K, and other SEC filings including preparation and review of cash flows, statement of stockholders equity, footnotes and supporting workpapers in coordination with Finance and Accounting
Develop, drive and maintain processes for external financial reporting, including coordination with external auditors to delivery timely financial statements
Work closely with Investor Relations to help create quarterly earnings releases and review external communications
Monitor pending accounting pronouncements, analyze impact, if any, to disclosures, and provide proactive benchmarking of disclosure practices to management
Assess and conduct research on US GAAP and SEC Interpretive Releases, preparing position papers and amending reporting process accordingly
Serve as an internal technical accounting resource for the operating businesses to support key new or non-standard transactions and initiatives
Work with finance on the valuation of equity based awards and account for the Company’s equity compensation plans
Participate and actively own elements of Sarbanes-Oxley process, particularly in coordination with process owners
You Have
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
CPA required
Minimum of 12 years of experience, including preferably 5 years with a Big 4 accounting firm and relevant financial reporting experience
SEC reporting experience
Fluent in US GAAP and SEC Reporting guidelines
Strong knowledge of IFRS and SOX controls
Ability to perform within tight deadlines
Strong organizational and project management skills
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task
Must be comfortable working both independently and in a team environment