Sr. Accountant, SEC Reporting

Western Digital Technologies - San Jose, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Jose, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Sr. Accountant, SEC Reporting role at Western Digital Technologies is focused on overseeing external financial reporting, including SEC filings and quarterly earnings releases. This position also serves as an internal consultant to address complex accounting transactions and issues, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and effective communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Preparing financial statements and disclosures for periodic filings with the SEC.
• Preparing financial statements and presentations for quarterly earnings releases.
• Accounting for the company's capital structure (debt and equity).
• Monitoring and researching new accounting standards, summarizing and communicating impacts to executives and the Audit Committee, and leading process changes where necessary.
• Analyzing and understanding complex transactions, applying complex accounting standards to those transactions, developing solutions to problems, and effectively communicating the results to stakeholders.
• Reviewing and monitoring corporate accounting policies and working with various stakeholders to implement changes when necessary to adapt to changes in the business, organization, or accounting standards to ensure that policies remain effective, efficient, and compliant with GAAP.
• Collaborating effectively with internal clients, including General Accounting, IT, Treasury, Strategic Investments, Legal, Internal Audit, and Real Estate Operations.
• Managing periodic review and assessments for complex accounting areas including impairment reviews, restructuring, strategic investments, joint ventures, and lease accounting.
• Liaising with external auditors and company stakeholders to manage effective and efficient audit execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance, with a focus on SEC reporting and technical accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Experience in preparing financial statements and disclosures for SEC filings.
• Ability to analyze complex transactions and apply accounting standards effectively.

Nice-to-haves

• CPA certification or equivalent.
• Experience with financial reporting software and tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.