Senior Manager of SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

About the role

This role involves managing Figure's SEC and financial reporting functions, which includes preparing and filing SEC reports such as 10-Ks, 10-Qs, and 8-Ks. The Senior Manager will ensure all filings comply with US GAAP, SEC regulations, and XBRL tagging requirements. This position requires maintaining a reporting calendar, leading review processes with various stakeholders including legal and auditors, and ensuring timely execution of deliverables.

A key aspect of this position is driving continuous improvement within the reporting function. This means streamlining processes, simplifying disclosures, and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy. The role also involves establishing and maintaining SOX-compliant internal controls over financial reporting and assisting with internal management and investor reports.

The successful candidate will provide technical accounting guidance to finance and other teams, research new accounting standards, and support ad-hoc financial reporting initiatives. This position requires close collaboration with executive leadership, legal, investor relations, and auditors, offering visibility and influence across the organization as Figure continues to scale.

The base salary for this position ranges from $140,250 to $189,750 annually, with an additional 25% annual bonus target and company equity.

Skills that matter here

• US GAAP: This role requires a strong foundation in US GAAP to ensure all financial reporting is compliant with accounting principles.
• SEC regulations: The Senior Manager will be responsible for ensuring all SEC filings adhere to relevant regulations, including Regs S-X and S-K.
• XBRL tagging: The role involves managing the preparation of SEC reports, which includes ensuring accurate XBRL tagging.
• SOX-compliant internal controls: Candidates will help establish and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with SOX requirements.
• Workiva: Experience with Workiva is required for managing and preparing SEC filings and related documentation.
• NetSuite: Familiarity with NetSuite is preferred for managing financial data and reporting processes.

Who this role suits

• A CPA with 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2-3 years in a leadership role, particularly in public company SEC reporting.
• Someone who is highly organized, possesses excellent project management skills, and is driven by a continuous improvement mindset.
• An individual who can clearly and confidently communicate complex technical information to executive audiences.
• A resourceful, curious, and proactive professional who takes ownership and thrives in a scaling, dynamic organization.

From the employer

What You'll Do

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.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• 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.

Technical Accounting & Strategic Projects:

• 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.

What We Look For

Your Background:

• 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.

How You Work:

• 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.

Salary

• Base Compensation Range: $140,250 - $189,750/yr
• 25% annual bonus target, paid quarterly
• Company equity in the form of RSUs

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% employer-paid premiums for employees and their dependents on select plans
• Company HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, 401(k), and commuter benefits
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 11 observed holidays and PTO plan
• Up to 12 weeks of paid family leave
• Continuing education reimbursement