Sr Manager Reporting & Technical Accounting (Virtual)

Skip to contentSearch jobsTalent CommunityLoginSr Manager Reporting & Technical Accounting (Virtual)General InformationLocation:US-AZ - PhoenixPosition Type:Full TimeVirtual Eligible: YesRef #:7426Description and RequirementsAt the University of Phoenix, we are committed to the future of work by providing a fully remote, work-from-home environment. This strategy enables us to attract top talent nationwide. Are you looking for a rewarding and fulfilling position that offers challenging work and the opportunity to make a significant impact while collaborating with a team of fun, innovative individuals? Would you prefer to work with an organization that positively contributes to the world? If so, we would love to hear from you!Are you searching for a rewarding, fulfilling position that offers challenging work and the ability to make a big impact while working side-by-side with a team of fun, innovative people? Ideally, would you like this position to be with an organization that makes a positive contribution to the world? If so…we would love to hear from you!About Us University of Phoenix is a leading higher education institution founded in 1976 by Dr. John Sperling. Our mission is to improve the lives of our students, their families and future generations through higher education. Our values (which hopefully you share) are: Brave. Honest. Focused. Our University values and embraces all team members and their unique perspectives. We fundamentally believe in fostering an environment which deeply respects, celebrates, and actively encourages a diverse workforce. We are committed to hiring – and learning from – those who share our passion to help others achieve their educational aspirations. We offer excellent benefits, an effective recognition program, and outstanding learning and development tools, including tuition vouchers for employees and their qualified family members.About the Position The Senior Manager of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting supports the Sr. Director of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting in the preparation and review of SEC filings, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and internal reporting standards. The role is responsible for researching and documenting technical accounting matters and preparing audit-ready accounting memos. This position also assists with quarterly and annual earnings materials, supports SOX controls over financial reporting, and serves as a primary point of contact for external auditors on assigned areas.WHAT YOU’LL DO:1. Execute the preparation and review of SEC filings (Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K), supporting the Sr. Director in ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.2. Draft and maintain technical accounting memos and other disclosure support for all SEC filings, ensuring support is audit ready.3. Assess accounting and disclosure implications of transactions, new initiatives, and new accounting standards or SEC regulations, and communicate findings and options to the Sr. Director.4. Assist the Sr. Director with the preparation and review of other quarterly and annual earnings materials, including earning press release, earnings supplemental materials and earnings script.5. Research, interpret, and document technical accounting issues, including but not limited to business combinations, leases and share-based compensation, in accordance with U.S. GAAP, preparing position papers and recommendations for review and approval by the Sr. Director.6. Support the design, documentation, and execution of SOX controls related to our system of internal control over financial reporting.7. Serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors on assigned areas, responding to inquiries and facilitating issue resolution under the direction of the Sr. Director.8. Perform other duties as required or apparent.NOTE: The Primary Accountabilities above are intended to describe the general content and requirements of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.Incumbents may perform all or most of the Primary Accountabilities listed above.Specific goals or responsibilities will be documented in incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate manager.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneMINIMUM EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field• Licensed Certified Public Accountant• Seven (7) years of experience with U.S. GAAP accounting including at least three (3) plus years of SEC reporting experience• Seven (7) years of experience in public accounting, at a large public company or a combination of bothADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: • Master’s degree in accounting or related field• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting regulations• Strong research and documentation skills• Working knowledge of financial and accounting systemsUniversity of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer.If you are an active-duty military member seeking employment when off-duty, compliance with Department of Defense Joint Ethics Regulation, 5500-7-R, is required prior to starting employment with University of Phoenix. You are advised to contact your base Judge Advocate General to seek such approval and answer any questions.Pay RangeThe annual pay range for this position is $150,000 (minimum), $160,000 (midpoint), and $206200 (maximum).**Typical hiring range is between the minimum and midpoint of the above pay range. Actual starting base pay may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, location and budget. Compensation above the midpoint is generally associated with experienced, long-tenured employees who have demonstrated sustained performance and expertise in the role.Individuals in this role are eligible for:Annual Bonus Award Your work is critical to helping adult learners achieve their dreams, and we’re committed to rewarding you for your efforts. We offer a competitive, comprehensive total rewards package designed to help you achieve your health, financial, educational and work-life balance goals.Full-time employees are eligible for:Medical, dental and vision plans; Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Savings Accounts; Life and Disability insurance; and our Wellness incentive program;Competitive 401(k) employer match;Substantial tuition discount for you and eligible dependents; and,A generous time off package, including paid vacation, sick time and company holidays.**For more details around paid time off benefits, please click here.Application Deadline is 03/06/2026. Application Deadline03/06/2026 < Back to search resultsApply nowShare this job:FacebookLinkedInXEmailVisit our Campus Safety page at to download a copy of any UOPX location’s Annual Security Report for information regarding crime reporting; campus safety policies; crime statistics for the previous three calendar years for crimes which occurred on-campus, in certain noncampus buildings owned or controlled by the University, and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from each campus; crime, alcohol and drug use; sexual and interpersonal violence awareness and prevention programs; campus notification procedures such as timely warnings, and more. A paper copy of any UOPX location’s Annual Security Report will be provided upon request, and requests can be made by contacting any Campus Safety Coordinator or University representative.Copyright 2026. All rights reserved. | EEO policy | EEO is the law | Privacy policy | Accommodations | Title IX information