SEC Reporting Manager - (Westford, MA)

SEC Reporting Manager

At NETSCOUT, we are an elite force of trailblazers, innovators, and problem solvers. We protect the connected world from cyberattacks and performance and availability disruptions through our unique visibility platform and solutions powered by pioneering deep packet inspection at scale technology.

We are Guardians of the Connected World. We are looking for exceptional talent to join our team.

About NETSCOUT

NETSCOUT has been helping the world's largest organizations solve their most complex digital challenges for more than 40 years.

NETSCOUT unlocks insight at unequaled scale, from every data packet to the broadest view of global internet traffic, so the world's essential organizations can solve problems faster, constantly transform their digital ecosystems, secure what matters - and stay unstoppable for a world that relies on them every second.

About the Department and Role Function:

The Finance Department supports budget, accounting and financial reporting needs. The Finance Department is also responsible for supporting financial internal controls needs, associated financial operational systems and processes associated with purchasing, accounts payable, payroll, treasury, invoicing, collections, and income taxes as examples.

The SEC Reporting Manger is responsible for supporting the Company's SEC Reporting (10-Q/10-K/Proxy), including financial statement preparation, and judgmental accounting/reconciliation areas linked to enhanced SEC disclosure requirements. In addition, the SEC Reporting Manager is responsible for coordinating the audit (Big 4) function (quarterly reviews and annual audit), internal control compliance (SOX) and technical accounting needs, including implementing new accounting standards. The SEC Reporting Manger will report to the Corporate Controller.

Basic Qualifications/Skills:

• Assist with the company's financial reporting process (primarily cash flow and stockholders' equity statement) and footnotes, including the preparation and review of disclosures included in SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, Proxy, XBRL tagging, etc.) and earnings releases typical of a publicly traded company.
• Support on a monthly and quarterly basis judgmental accounting/reconciliation area as part of the close.
• Coordinate the annual audit and quarterly review procedures with external auditors including GAAP checklist, financial statement analytics, related party listings, and other items.
• Conduct technical accounting research on complex accounting and reporting issues, including but not limited to revenue recognition, lease accounting, capitalized software, stock-based compensation, derivatives, and goodwill/intangible valuation.
• Assist in the maintenance as well as development and implementation of new elements of the company's internal control framework and SOX compliance efforts, including documentation of process narratives and evaluation of whether controls are designed effectively and operating as intended to mitigate financial reporting risks.
• Oversee international audit coordination and statutory filing needs under IFRS and local GAAP.
• Work closely with department leaders and outside advisors through the SEC reporting process. Liaise with legal (internal and external), auditors, investor relations, and other departments to process their comments effectively.
• Evaluate the impact of new accounting pronouncements and financial reporting standards. Provide training as needed to the broader finance/leadership team.
• Support equity administration platform and the stock compensation accounting and reporting process.
• Identification of opportunities to improve and standardize processes/controls across the organization.
• Develop and perform regular reviews of accounting policies, procedures and internal controls in order to ensure continuous improvement.
• Participate in the coordination of various department projects as applicable to continue to build efficiencies.
• Perform all other ad hoc projects as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.

Preferred Qualification/Skills:

• 7 or more years of progressive accounting and SEC reporting experience
• Mix of prior public company/SEC experience and time spent at a Big 4 firm or National accounting firm.
• Experience in the technology/software sector preferred.
• Strong technical accounting skills with a thorough knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, SOX and SEC financial reporting.
• International IFRS statutory audit coordination/filing experience

Skills & Competencies:

• Team player with proven leadership abilities and history of building and developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and a strategic mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Experience with Tier 1 ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, NetSuite, SAP)
• XBRL/Reporting - Active disclosure/DFIN experience or Wokiva equivalent experience
• Involvement with equity management and stock compensation expense tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adhere to strict monthly close reporting requirements.
• Holds self-accountable to achieving individual and team goals.

Working at NETSCOUT

At NETSCOUT, our vision is to create a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We strive to build a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We also know that life at NETSCOUT is not just about what you will contribute, but what we will give back to you. Besides the promise of interesting work in an exciting and ever-growing industry, NETSCOUT is committed to giving you opportunities to continue to learn and grow. Employees are eligible for a variety of professional development opportunities to help them advance their skills and career. We have heavily invested in our individual, management, and leadership training and development programs. We offer a compensation package that includes the following benefits:

• Generous vacation package
• Equity
• Matching 401k plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Attractive medical and dental coverage options
• Domestic partner benefits
• Health and Dependent Care spending accounts and Health Savings Account options
• Life and Disability Benefits
• Volunteer Time Off, Matching Charitable Gifts

NetScout Systems, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer.