Director SEC Reporting

Director of External Reporting & Compliance

We're partnering with a large, global organization to identify a Director of External Reporting & Compliance to lead a highly visible financial reporting function.

This role sits at the intersection of SEC reporting, technical accounting, and global compliance , with direct exposure to executive leadership and strategic initiatives.

The Opportunity

This position will own the company’s external reporting and regulatory compliance function , ensuring accurate, timely, and transparent financial disclosures across a complex global footprint.

You’ll play a key leadership role driving reporting quality, advising on technical accounting matters, and supporting evolving requirements around regulatory and sustainability reporting .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and review of external financial filings (10-K, 10-Q, etc.)
• Oversee financial statements, footnotes, and disclosure narratives (MD&A)
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and global reporting requirements
• Partner with Investor Relations and FP&A on earnings and external messaging
• Manage external audit processes related to reporting and disclosures
• Oversee global statutory reporting alignment across international entities
• Support reporting for capital markets activity and complex transactions
• Monitor evolving regulatory and ESG reporting requirements and guide implementation
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, and Operations
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing reporting team

What They're Looking For

• CPA required
• ~8-12+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong background in SEC reporting and technical accounting
• Big 4 experience strongly preferred
• Experience in complex, global environments
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting
• Strong communication skills with executive presence

Why This Role Stands Out

• Ownership of a critical, high-visibility reporting function
• Direct interaction with executive leadership and key stakeholders
• Exposure to global operations and complex transactions
• Opportunity to influence evolving reporting areas (including ESG)
• Strong platform with scale, resources, and continued growth