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Senior Manager, SEC Reporting

Vaco
$75.00 - $95.00 / hr
United States, California, La Jolla
May 22, 2026
Title: Senior Manager of SEC Reporting Company: Biotechnology Industry Compensation:$75-95/hr (DOE) About the Company A publicly traded organization within the biotechnology sector is seeking a strong accounting professional to join its finance team. The company operates in a highly regulated environment and is focused on delivering high-quality financial reporting and maintaining compliance with evolving accounting standards. This is a great opportunity to work closely with leadership and gain exposure to complex accounting matters, SEC reporting, and external reporting processes in a collaborative, fast-paced setting. Position Overview This role sits at the intersection of SEC reporting, technical accounting, and financial reporting. The individual will play a key role in preparing external filings, supporting the audit process, and addressing complex accounting issues, while also partnering cross-functionally to improve reporting processes and ensure compliance. Key Responsibilities SEC Reporting & Financial Filings Lead the preparation and review of external filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, S-1, and proxy statements Prepare and review financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A disclosures in accordance with SEC regulations and U.S. GAAP Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors to ensure timely, accurate filings Support earnings releases and investor-facing materials, ensuring alignment with reported financial results Technical Accounting & Advisory Research and analyze complex accounting topics, including new pronouncements and transaction-specific issues Draft technical accounting memos to support key accounting conclusions Provide guidance on areas such as revenue recognition (ASC 606), stock-based compensation (ASC 718), lease accounting (ASC 842), and business combinations Close, Audit & Compliance Support Assist with month-end and quarter-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules Partner with external auditors during audits and quarterly reviews, addressing requests and resolving comments Support SOX compliance initiatives, including documentation, control design, and testing (as applicable) Qualifications 6+ years of experience in public accounting and/or public company accounting Strong background in SEC reporting and technical accounting Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; CPA strongly preferred Proven experience preparing and/or reviewing SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, etc.) Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements Demonstrated ability to research and resolve complex accounting matters Advanced Excel skills Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Collaborative, team-oriented mindset Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.