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Job Title: Manager, SEC Reporting

Art.com
2100 Powell Street, 10th Floor
Emeryville 94608
Tel: (510) 879-4705     
www.art.com

At Art.com, we offer the world�s largest selection of art and d�cor items for homes and businesses, as well as professional custom framing and mounting services � all at great prices. It�s all backed by our dedicated customer service department and our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. We are committed to providing our customers with a great experience.


 
Job Description:
The Manager, SEC Reporting for Art.com, Inc. will be responsible for accurate and timely financial reporting, including both SEC reporting and internal reporting. The position serves a critical role and is integral toward assuring that the corporation's financial reporting practices are in conformity with SEC reporting standards and US GAAP. This role will also be involved in researching, concluding and documenting on technical accounting matters, and will take a leadership role in developing the company's future compliance with SOX requirements. The position requires excellent financial reporting and analysis, project management and communication skills. Art.com is currently a private company and is planning for a public offering. The Manager, SEC will play a critical role in the filing preparations and the drafting of the S-1 document and will report to the VP, Corporate Accounting.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Planning, directing and coordinating timely and accurate external financial reporting to the SEC including the preparation, review, submission and distribution of periodic financial reports, such as 10-K and 10-Q, 8K's and proxy statements
* Performing detailed reviews of periodic financial statements and supporting schedules
* Assist in the development of timely and accurate monthly financial reporting packages
* Partnering with the CFO and investor relations to provide information for earnings press releases and investor/analyst queries
* Coordinating and liaising with auditors as part of the financial reporting processes
* Ensuring SOX compliance with respect to financial reporting processes
* Fostering proactive working relationships with cross-functional departments (Legal, Finance, FP&A, Accounting, Tax etc.) to ensure timely and accurate receipt of information required for financial reporting
* Providing timely and accurate information to resolve reporting-related queries from various cross-functional departments
* Performing and documenting technical accounting research and analysis of technically complex transactions
* Leading and/or participating in special projects as necessary

REQUIREMENTS:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; Big 4 CPA certification required
* At least 6 years of demonstrated financial reporting and accounting research experience
* 3 - 4 years Big 4 public accounting experience
* Experience working for a retail, ecommerce, or other consumer goods company preferred
* Previous experience with an initial public offering is strongly preferred
* Knowledge of XBRL reporting requirements a plus
* Solid understanding of SEC reporting standards & requirements and US GAAP
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Keen analytical & problem-solving skills with ability to learn new systems & processes quickly
* Project management skills including ability to lead project teams
* Organized approach to performing & reviewing work with strong attention to detail
* Ability to deal effectively with all levels of a global organization, from staff level to CEO, and manage relationships with external parties
 
Job Location(s):
Emeryville,CA,US
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