Merlin Labs

Merlin Labs

Senior Manager of SEC Reporting & Internal Controls

Boston · Senior · Contract

No sponsorshipDetected 37 days ago
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About the role

  • About You: Merlin is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Manager of SEC Reporting & Internal Controls to join its growing Finance team.
  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • 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
  • 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
  • Lead the design, implementation, documentation, and ongoing assessment of the company's 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
  • Prepare and maintain internal control documentation including process narratives, flowcharts, and risk and control matrices (RCMs)
  • Facilitate testing of design and operating effectiveness
  • Monitor evolving SEC disclosure requirements, FASB/PCAOB standards, and guidance from the SEC staff; assess applicability to Merlin and implement necessary changes

Requirements

  • The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and brings deep technical accounting knowledge combined with strong business acumen.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5-8+ 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
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required

Nice to have

  • Merlin Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.
  • All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing background and reference checks.
  • 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.

Compensation

  • Coordinate with external auditors on quarterly reviews and annual audits, including PBC schedules and audit support documentation
  • Manage the annual SOX scoping exercise, risk assessment, and testing calendar in coordination with external auditors
  • Support the Audit Committee in preparing materials for quarterly and annual meetings

Benefits

  • 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

Company info

  • 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 world's leading investors, Merlin is scaling alongside our customers to begin leveraging autonomy today to solve some of aviation's biggest challenges.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or consider candidates who require visa transfers.
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