Manager, SEC Reporting

At Benchmark, we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next-generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth, fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark, your work is purpose-driven, enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. You'll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions.

Summary:

The Manager, SEC Reporting is responsible for leading the preparation and filing of all external financial reports in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations for a manufacturing organization. This role ensures timely, accurate reporting of financial results, supports technical accounting matters, and partners cross-functionally with operations, FP&A, legal, and external auditors. The position plays a key role in maintaining internal controls and enhancing financial reporting processes within a complex, multi-site manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

SEC Reporting & Compliance

• Manage the preparation and filing of all SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Proxy Statement, Section 16 and other required filings.
• Ensure compliance with SEC regulations, U.S. GAAP, and applicable disclosure requirements.
• Review and analyze financial statements, footnotes, MD&A, and supporting schedules.
• Oversee XBRL tagging requirements and complete in-house EDGAR filing process.

Financial Statement Preparation

• Responsible for the consolidation and preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure the accuracy, consistency and integrity of financial results across all filings, earnings materials, and supporting documentation

Technical Accounting

• Research and document technical accounting issues as they arise, including revenue recognition, inventory accounting, lease accounting, and other complex matters relevant to manufacturing operations.
• Draft technical accounting memos and support implementation of new accounting standards and SEC pronouncements.
• Oversee accounting for share-based compensation, including preparation and review of journal entries and related disclosures in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements.
• Prepare and review earnings per share (EPS) calculations, including dilution analysis and reconciliation to supporting records and equity systems, ensuring accuracy of amounts included in SEC filings.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with manufacturing sites, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure accurate financial reporting of cost of goods sold, inventory, and capital expenditures.
• Collaborate with FP&A to align external reporting with internal performance metrics and business drivers.
• Lead the preparation of earnings releases and related materials, ensuring alignment with Form 10-Q disclosures, accuracy of financial information, and compliance with SEC non-GAAP and disclosure requirements.

Audit & Controls

• Serve as a primary liaison with external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Support SOX compliance efforts, including maintaining and improving internal controls over financial reporting.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting efficiency and accuracy.
• Support the design and operation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures (DC&P), including coordination of quarterly certifications.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in financial reporting processes, including automation and system enhancements.
• Support ERP and financial reporting system upgrades or implementations.

Leadership & Development

• Supervise and mentor staff and senior accountants as applicable.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and technical excellence within the team.

Other information:

Education / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master's degree preferred
• CPA certification required
• 6-8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or SEC reporting experience (Big Four accounting experience preferred)
• Experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Experience with ERP systems (Infor or similar) and financial reporting tools (e.g., ActiveDisclosure, Workiva)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication and collaboration across functions and levels
• Sound judgment and ability to interpret and apply accounting guidance
• Continuous improvement and process optimization mindset

Abilities

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 5 pounds 5% or less of the workday
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 5% or less of the workday
• Must be able to talk, see, hear, concentrate, think, and reason
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time throughout the workday.
• Must be able to use a keyboard and do manual tasks for prolonged periods of time throughout the workday.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position is located at our Global Headquarters office (GHQ) in Tempe, Arizona and follows a hybrid work model (currently requiring in-office presence three days per week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).

Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master's degree preferred

Geographical Location: Arizona:Tempe

Physical Location: Tempe, AZ - Headquarters

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: M-F 0800-1700

Full Time

In our innovative environment, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. At Benchmark, your career is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to be part of something bigger, where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone. Together, we will achieve extraordinary things.

Export Control: This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. As such, employment for this job position may be contingent on either verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a "U.S. Person" (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or on the Company timely obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws. The Company evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion since export license applications can take many weeks to be processed.

Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We are bringing together a dynamic workforce with unique talents, life experiences, cultures, and perspectives to promote an innovative, collaborative, and creative place to work. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at careers@bench.com.