Senior Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting Manager, Upstart

• You have a deep and broad knowledge of SEC reporting and US GAAP and are proficient in several topics, including stock-based compensation, revenue recognition, internal-use software, and consolidation
• You thrive in the fast-paced environment that values problem solving skills and technical expertise
• 9+ years of relevant experience, including a mix of SEC reporting, public accounting and industry experience with public companies
• Demonstrated success in leading effective professional teams including financial reporting
• Deep technical accounting knowledge of SEC reporting regulations and US GAAP
• Proven ability to learn quickly, work independently, and adapt to change in a fast-paced environment
• Superior oral and written communication skills, and ability to partner with cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Accounting or related field

Desirable

• Upstart’s Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting team is a critical part of the Company’s finance organization, responsible for ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• The team owns implementation of new accounting and reporting pronouncements, development of accounting policies, determination of accounting treatments and related disclosures for complex and significant transactions, production of quarterly and annual filings, and other important areas of Upstart’s financial reporting
• As the Senior Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting Manager at Upstart, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and leading a critical function within a young public company
• You implement Upstart’s SEC reporting calendar and lead the preparation and completion of our SEC filings
• As part of this work, you closely partner with various stakeholders, including accounting, legal, capital markets and investor relations
• You also work extensively with independent auditors
• Own and lead the preparation and submission of SEC filings (10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks and other SEC filings), including financial statements, footnote disclosures, relevant disclosure checklists, supporting schedules and documentation
• Participate in the decision-making and implement changes related to financial and non-financial disclosures
• Analyze and address comments from stakeholders, including the Disclosure Committee, the Audit Committee, and the independent auditors
• Perform research and analysis on a variety of financial reporting topics and complete related technical accounting memos
• Participate in preparation of materials for the Executive Leadership Team and Audit Committee meetings
• Own certain key internal controls over financial reporting and other business processes
• Continuously look for process improvements and implement best practices, including automated solutions and tools/systems to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of external reporting