Manager, SEC Reporting – Technical Accounting

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Manager for SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting at Yelp, leading external reporting and corporate accounting initiatives with a remote role.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the preparation, coordination, and review of quarterly and annual filings (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K), ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations.
  • Draft financial statements, footnotes, and Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) disclosures.
  • Perform technical accounting research; prepare position papers on complex topics (e.g., business combinations, segment reporting); and conduct detailed analysis and review of key accounting items such as cash flow statements and diluted EPS.
  • Identify and evaluate upcoming accounting pronouncements, lead implementation of new standards, and clearly communicate findings to management, business partners, and auditors.
  • Coordinate the review process with internal stakeholders, legal counsel, and external auditors.
  • Oversee and mentor accounting team members, providing coaching, goal setting, performance feedback, and career development.
  • Assist with monthly/quarterly close activities, including reviewing journal entries and reconciliations related to stock-based compensation.
  • Drive process improvement initiatives to streamline close and reporting workflows, with a focus on automation, AI-enabled solutions, and enhanced controls.
  • Ensure robust documentation of accounting policies, procedures, and controls to meet SOX and audit requirements.
  • Support special projects and ad hoc analysis, including M&A integration.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required.
  • 6–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a public company SEC reporting role or with a Big 4 public accounting firm.
  • Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC rules; experience with Workiva is preferred.
  • Proven ability to drive process improvement and leverage automation tools or AI within accounting or finance functions; experience with Oracle is a plus.
  • Strong skills in developing, maintaining, and improving accounting documentation and policy materials.
  • Detail-oriented and process-minded, with strong analytical skills to break down complex problems and implement scalable solutions.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to partner across multidisciplinary teams and varying levels of staff to deliver results.
  • Effective at delegating, mentoring, and supporting a team-oriented culture focused on process excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Self-starter who thrives with minimal direction in a fast-paced, changing environment and embraces new technology and innovation.

Benefits:

  • Full medical, vision, and dental
  • 15 days PTO (accrual begins on date of hire and increases with 2+ years of tenure thereafter)
  • 12 paid holidays, plus one floating holiday
  • Up to 14 weeks of parental leave
  • Monthly wellness subsidy
  • Work from home reimbursement
  • Flexible spending account
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan