Director of External Financial Reporting

We are looking for an experienced financial reporting leader to oversee external disclosures and regulatory reporting for a long-term contract opportunity. This role will guide the preparation of public filings, financial statements, and related communications while ensuring alignment with U.S. regulatory and banking reporting standards. The position also serves as a key partner to auditors, internal stakeholders, and senior leadership to support accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and sound technical accounting decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end preparation and submission of external reporting documents, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, with a focus on accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.

• Direct the development of financial statements, footnote disclosures, management discussion content, and earnings-related materials for external audiences.

• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors by organizing audit activities, aligning on timelines, and facilitating efficient communication throughout the engagement.

• Drive the resolution of audit issues, accounting questions, and reporting matters by coordinating with business partners and providing clear recommendations.

• Oversee internal controls related to financial reporting, including control design, documentation, testing support, and ongoing process enhancement.

• Collaborate with Internal Audit, risk leadership, and process owners to assess control performance, address deficiencies, and strengthen the overall control environment.

• Manage annual risk scoping and reporting control assessments to support compliance and effective governance.

• Track new accounting guidance and regulatory developments, lead implementation efforts, and prepare technical accounting analyses for complex transactions or reporting issues.

• Ensure consistency and alignment across external filings, regulatory submissions, and investor-facing financial communications.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• 7+ years of progressive experience in external financial reporting, public accounting, or a similar function within financial services.

• Strong background in SEC reporting, including hands-on experience with Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K.

• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, regulatory reporting standards, and internal controls over financial reporting.

• Proven ability to manage external audit relationships and navigate complex accounting matters.

• Experience preparing financial statements, annual reporting packages, and related disclosure documentation.

Compensation

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