Manager, Financial Reporting & Audit

Cover Genius • San Francisco, CA

6d • $120,000 - $160,000

About The Position

We are seeking a Manager, Financial Reporting & Audits to lead audits and
control assessments at the vital intersection of business processes and
technology. This role requires a professional who can bridge the gap between
technical accounting and IT-driven initiatives. You will be responsible for
evaluating the reasonableness of external audit requests and collaborating
across various global teams to ensure seamless execution.

While traditional SOX responsibilities—such as leading walkthroughs, identifying
control gaps, and ensuring high-quality documentation—are part of the core, an
interest in IT-focused initiatives is highly valued. You will combine strategic
thinking with hands-on execution to simplify and operationalize complex audit
requirements, ultimately enabling leadership to improve our global risk posture.

Requirements

• Experience: 4+ years of progressive experience within the Big Four or a public company’s financial reporting department.
• Accounting Expertise: Practical experience applying US GAAP, ideally within the tech or insurance services sectors.
• Consolidation Knowledge: A solid understanding of consolidation and intercompany elimination processes within global, multi-entity organizations.
• Project Leadership: A strong individual contributor capable of leading complex projects independently from start to finish.
• Ownership: A proactive self-driver who takes full responsibility for results with a positive attitude.
• Stakeholder Mentality: Thrives in a collaborative environment and prioritizes internal stakeholder needs.
• Operational Agility: An expert multitasker who can quickly identify risks and opportunities across multiple time zones.
• Execution: The ability to simplify the complex and deliver succinct documentation and reporting.

Nice To Haves

• Technical Savvy: Prior experience with NetSuite and advanced reporting tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Audit & External Stakeholder Management: Coordinate with external auditors during financial reviews; prepare technical memos, schedules, and disclosures to ensure timely and accurate responses.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with FP&A and other internal teams to coordinate responses regarding impairment analysis, going-concern forecasts, and other critical financial queries.
• Reporting Excellence: Prepare clear, comprehensive explanations of financial statements and disclosures for auditors and key stakeholders.
• Process Improvement: Proactively identify and recommend enhancements to boost financial operating efficiency and control sufficiency end-to-end.

Benefits

• Flexible PTO. Taking time out is important for our teams to enjoy life and stay fresh.
• Employee Stock Options - we want our people to share in our success, we reward them with ownership for their contribution in creating a world-class company.
• Work with like-minded people who are passionate about both the work we're doing and giving back.
• Our CG Gives programs enables us to all become philanthropists through our peer recognition and rewards system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed