Financial Reporting Manager at Universal Electronics – Scottsdale, Arizona

Financial Reporting Manager

At UEI you will be part of a world class team that is working to innovate and revolutionize the meaning of wireless control. Whether its via chips, software licenses or turnkey products, we are continuing to reinvent how consumers interact with devices and services in their home. Each day we make the connected home smarter, easier to connect and use, and more sustainable. We delight our Fortune 100 customers such as Comcast, Apple, Samsung, Google, Vivint and Daikin with ground breaking wireless technology solutions such as advanced, voice-enabled remote controls, cloud control solutions, extreme low power Bluetooth silicon with energy harvesting capabilities, smart thermostats and sensors and many other IoT solutions.
Position Summary
The Sr. Financial Reporting Manager is responsible for managing the preparation and distribution of periodic financial statements for external use. Ensures that reports, filings, and documentation comply with company's regulations, professional standards, and SEC and GAAP reporting guidelines.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe duties listed below are intended only as examples of the various types of work that you may be asked to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class. You may be asked to perform other duties as assigned from time to time.
Prepare and/or review accounting research and documentation supporting the accounting treatment of transactions through application of US GAAPUnderstand and implement all new SEC and GAAP requirements and disseminate to the global organization to ensure appropriate accounting and reportingManage the timely preparation of all SEC filings as part of the financial reporting teamManage and improve the Companys reporting process and supporting infrastructureSupport all other potential SEC filings in support of disclosures, financings, and other transactionsReview all supporting documentation related to SEC filingsReview all contracts and determine appropriate accounting treatmentAssist legal team during contract preparation to ensure best accounting treatmentLead quarterly regional contract review sessions with legal and regional accounting teamsPrepare and review ASC 606 checklists on revenue related contractsAssist in the identification of policies and procedures for SOX compliance and assist in the development and implementation of such policies and proceduresAssist with oversight of external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual auditsManage the companys Workiva relationshipAd hoc projects
Supervisory Responsibilities List Teams/GroupsFinancial Reporting Analyst
Qualifications - Knowledge & ExperienceMinimum 7-10 years of professional experience including significant experience as an independent auditor in a Big 4 firm and private industry in SEC reporting.Minimum 1-3 years of supervisory, project management, or team leadership experienceStrong current technical knowledge of accounting principles and financial disclosure requirements and techniques.Understanding and experience with SOX internal control requirements.Extensive experience in the preparation and presentation of financial statements under guidelines established by the SEC and US GAAP.Experience in evaluating pronouncements of the FASB and SEC and in implementing required procedures for compliance with such pronouncements.Energy and passion for the industryExcellent verbal and written communication skillsMust be able to work in a fast-paced device development environment
Education, Licenses & CertificationBachelors degree in finance, accounting, or relevant fieldCPA license is required
Work Conditions4 days in office, optional Flex FridaysPhysically able to participate in training sessions, presentations, and meetings.Sitting for extended periods of time; Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, etc.
Universal Electronics Inc. (NASDAQ: UEIC) is the worldwide leader in universal control and sensing technologies for the smart home. Its broad portfolio of patents includes QuickSet software that utilizes the worlds most complete knowledge graph to detect and interact with thousands of entertainment and smart home devices. The company designs, develops, and manufactures innovative products that are used by the worlds leading brands in the audio, video, subscription broadcasting, connected home, home energy management, and mobile device markets. UEIs many first-to-market innovations have helped transform the home entertainment control, home security, and home energy management and sensing industries.
Universal Electronics Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are proud of our diverse workforce and we believe having diverse teams that everyone brings their whole self to work everyday is key to all of our success. We welcome all people of different experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and abilities.