Manager – SEC Reporting

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. 

Estimated annual base pay: $109,000(minimum) - $142,000(midpoint) - $174,000(maximum)

All Levels are eligible for the benefits below:

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity. 
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption Assistance 
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life 
• Member referral bonus 
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending 
• Voluntary benefits, including:  

o    Home / Auto Insurance discounts 

o    Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave 

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing SEC Reporting: The SEC Reporting Manager is responsible for managing the preparation, review, and filing of the company's SEC reports, including quarterly, annual, and other filings.
• SEC Reporting:  Collaborating with the FP&A and Investor Relations groups to prepare MD&A.
• Financial Reporting: The SEC Reporting Manager is responsible for overseeing the preparation of financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, in compliance with SEC regulations and accounting standards.
• Compliance: The SEC Reporting Manager is responsible for ensuring that financial reports are compliant with SEC regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies.
• Communication: The SEC Reporting Manager is responsible for communicating with internal and external stakeholders regarding financial reporting, including responding to inquiries and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner. Must have executive presence and be comfortable presenting to other finance functions and the CFO.
• Process Improvement: The SEC Reporting Manager is responsible for identifying opportunities to improve financial reporting processes and implementing changes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Skills:

• Accounting Knowledge: A deep understanding of accounting principles and practices, including SEC reporting requirements and accounting standards.
• SEC Reporting: The ability to manage the preparation, review, and filing of the company's SEC reports, including quarterly, annual, and other filings.
• Financial Reporting: The ability to oversee the preparation of financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, in compliance with SEC regulations and accounting standards.
• Compliance: The ability to stay up-to-date on financial regulations and ensure that financial reports are compliant with SEC regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies.
• Communication: The ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders regarding financial reporting, including responding to inquiries and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Process Improvement: The ability to identify opportunities to improve financial reporting processes and implementing changes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Project Management: The ability to manage projects from start to finish, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies or anomalies, and communicate in a clear and concise manner.
• Teamwork: The ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues across different departments and functions to achieve shared goals and objectives.
• Technology Skills: The ability to use technology tools and software to manage financial data, communicate with stakeholders, and report internally and externally.
• Attention to Detail and deadline oriented.

Other Qualifications:

• US – Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) of Accounting or Finance required; Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required

Successful Candidates will Typically Have:

• Accounting Knowledge:  Experience with shared-based compensation accounting, including analyzing new plans and collaborating with HR Total Rewards.

• CPA preferred

Application window is anticipated to close 7 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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