Senior Manager of SEC Reporting & Internal Controls

Merlin Labs

Job Location:

Boston, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Merlin:

Merlin is a venture backed aerospace startup building a non-human pilot to enable both reduced crew and uncrewed flight. Backed by some of the worlds leading investors Merlin is scaling alongside our customers to begin leveraging autonomy today to solve some of aviations biggest challenges.

About You:

Merlin is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Manager of SEC Reporting & Internal Controls to join its growing Finance team. This role is critical to the companys public company compliance obligations and will be responsible for the preparation and filing of all SEC periodic reports supporting the development of a robust internal control framework under SOX and partnering cross-functionally to ensure accurate timely and transparent financial disclosure.

This is a high-visibility high-impact role at a company that recently completed a transformative business combination and is building its SEC reporting and internal controls capabilities from the ground up. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced dynamic environment and brings deep technical accounting knowledge combined with strong business acumen.

Responsibilities:

SEC Reporting & Financial Disclosure

Lead the preparation review and timely filing of all SEC periodic reports including Forms 10-K 10-Q and 8-K as well as proxy statements and registration statements
Draft and maintain MD&A financial statement footnotes earnings releases and related disclosures in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC rules and regulations
Coordinate with external auditors on quarterly reviews and annual audits including PBC schedules and audit support documentation
Monitor evolving SEC disclosure requirements FASB/PCAOB standards and guidance from the SEC staff; assess applicability to Merlin and implement necessary changes
Manage the EDGAR filing process including XBRL/iXBRL tagging and inline XBRL compliance
Support investor relations with financial data requests earnings call preparation and investor presentations

Internal Controls (SOX Compliance)

Lead the design implementation documentation and ongoing assessment of the companys internal control over financial reporting (ICFR) framework in accordance with SOX Section 302 and 404
Coordinate with process owners across Finance Legal Operations and IT to document key business processes identify risks and design effective controls
Manage the annual SOX scoping exercise risk assessment and testing calendar in coordination with external auditors
Prepare and maintain internal control documentation including process narratives flowcharts and risk and control matrices (RCMs)
Facilitate testing of design and operating effectiveness; track and remediate control deficiencies and material weaknesses
Partner with IT and cybersecurity teams on IT general controls (ITGCs) and application controls relevant to financial reporting systems

Technical Accounting & Policy

Research and document complex accounting issues including revenue recognition (ASC 606) stock-based compensation (ASC 718) business combinations (ASC 805) warrant accounting and government contract accounting
Prepare and maintain technical accounting position papers and white papers to support the companys accounting policies
Support implementation of new accounting standards and assess impact on existing disclosures and internal controls

Cross-Functional Partnership

Serve as a key liaison between Accounting Legal FP&A and Investor Relations to ensure consistent and accurate financial messaging
Support the Audit Committee in preparing materials for quarterly and annual meetings
Assist with special projects including secondary offerings financing activities and M&A due diligence as needed

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field; CPA required
58 years of progressive accounting experience including a minimum of 3 years at a Big 4 or large regional public accounting firm with public company audit experience
Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP SEC reporting requirements and SOX compliance
Hands-on experience with 10-K 10-Q and 8-K preparation and EDGAR filing processes
Strong working knowledge of XBRL/iXBRL tagging and inline XBRL requirements
Ability to research interpret and apply complex technical accounting guidance
Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities and meet strict deadlines

Nice to Have:

Experience with emerging growth companies (EGC) or smaller reporting companies (SRC) and the related disclosure accommodations
Experience at a SPAC or company that has recently completed a business combination or IPO
Familiarity with government contract accounting cost accounting standards or aerospace/defense industry revenue recognition
Experience with Workiva or similar SEC reporting and disclosure management platforms
Prior experience building or scaling an internal controls function at an early-stage public company
Graduate degree (MBA MSA) a plus

This position is based on-site at Merlin HQ in Boston MA.

Once youre here youll enjoy a variety of on-site perks designed to make your workday enjoyable and convenient. These include catered lunches featuring a rotating menu of delicious options an assortment of snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day and a selection of beverages including coffee tea and other drinks to keep you refreshed.

Our goal is to create an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally

Merlin Labs offers an innovative entrepreneurial and team-focused startup environment. We also offer a top-notch benefits package (health dental life unlimited vacation and 401k with match) and work/life integration. Being part of the Merlin team allows you to become part of a small team that supports professional development while working together to achieve our mission.

Merlin Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin genetic information sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity and expression sexual orientation age marital status military service or obligation or disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing background and reference checks.

At this time we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or consider candidates who require visa transfers. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application interviewing completing any pre-employment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to: emailprotected

Merlin Labs does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.

Required Experience:

Senior Manager

About Merlin: Merlin is a venture backed aerospace startup building a non-human pilot to enable both reduced crew and uncrewed flight. Backed by some of the worlds leading investors Merlin is scaling alongside our customers to begin leveraging autonomy today to solve some of aviations biggest challe...