Senior Financial Reporting Analyst and Technical Accountant

Wd-40 Co Ltd - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Diego, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Financial Reporting Analyst & Technical Accountant plays a crucial role in supporting the preparation of the Company's public filings and related disclosures, including 10-Q's, 10-K, 8-K's, and Proxy Statements. This position offers an opportunity to understand the global business operations and how results are communicated to investors and stakeholders. Key responsibilities include U.S. GAAP technical research, administering the global lease accounting program, and handling stock-based compensation accounting. The role combines traditional SEC reporting skills with specialized accounting expertise, requiring attention to detail and a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the preparation of the Company's SEC filings such as Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K.
• Prepares and maintains documentation supporting the information included in the filings.
• Coordinates the review of the documents with management and legal counsel.
• Responsible for the preparation and timely reporting of the Company's worldwide consolidated financial statements, including the income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement, and statement of shareholders' equity.
• Prepares the consolidated eliminating entries on a quarterly basis or as needed.
• Assists with the Company's global compliance with GAAP/accounting standards.
• Leads the quarterly review meeting of changes in accounting standards.
• Assists with the analysis, implementation, and documentation of new accounting standards worldwide to ensure proper disclosure in SEC filings.
• Prepares routine quarterly accounting position papers such as reviews of goodwill and intangibles.
• Responsible for U.S. GAAP accounting and financial calculations and reporting requirements related to leases globally.
• Assists in matters related to U.S. GAAP accounting and financial calculations and reporting requirements related to stock-based compensation expense globally.
• Supports quarterly and annual audits with independent public accounting audit team and is responsible for Sarbanes-Oxley processes in areas of responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience in a publicly traded company and/or audit experience.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP accounting treatment for equity awards and leases.
• Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail and timeliness.
• Able to independently research accounting standards and summarize applicable recommendations in whitepapers.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially with Excel, as well as experience with ERP systems.
• In-depth knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley risks and controls.
• Big 4 accounting experience is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• CPA desirable but not required.

Benefits

• A strong values-aligned organization where contributions are acknowledged and rewarded.
• A learning-based culture where 85% of the team believe they can achieve their career objectives.
• High employee engagement with 91% of employees feeling a sense of belonging.
• Positive workplace culture with 99% of employees proud to work for WD-40 Company.