Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting

• →Assist with the preparation of financial statements, footnote disclosures, disclosure checklists and the MD&A for the Company’s quarterly and annual SEC filings on Forms 8-K, 10-Q and 10-K.
• →Support the EDGAR filing process, including XBRL tagging and review of filing drafts.
• →Complete government surveys and other external compliance filings.

• Research, analyze and document technical accounting matters and SEC reporting positions to ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements.
• Own the monthly, quarterly and annual close for leases under ASC 842, including review of new leases and modifications and preparation of related disclosure schedules.
• Perform monthly and quarterly close tasks including journal entries, account reconciliations, roll-forwards and supporting schedules.

• Maintain internal controls over financial reporting in support of SOX compliance, including control documentation, evidence retention and timely remediation of deficiencies.
• Support external and internal auditors during audits and interim reviews, and manage ad hoc projects as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; CPA certification preferred, or CPA eligible
• 3+ years of progressive public/private accounting experience, including a minimum of 2 years with a public accounting firm serving public clients; national firm and publicly traded global company experience strongly desired
• Strong technical accounting background, including thorough knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements (Regulation S-X and S-K)
• Hands-on experience applying ASC 842 lease accounting, including remeasurement and disclosure preparation
• Working knowledge of SOX 404 internal controls, including control documentation, testing support and remediation
• Experience with Oracle ERP and the Oracle FCCS reporting tool strongly preferred; SEC filing and XBRL platform experience (e.g., Active Disclosure) a plus
• Strong Excel skills required; proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and with all levels of management throughout the company
• Detail oriented, hands-on and highly organized, with strong analytical curiosity, problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities to firm reporting deadlines with minimal supervision.

Travel Requirements 

• Up to 10%

Physical Requirements

• Mobility to work in a standard office setting
• Ability to use standard office equipment

Compensation

• The salary for this role will range from 102,500.00 - 120,400 .00 USD annual based on full-time employment. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to location, relevant skills, training, experience, education, etc. Certain roles may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives. Incentives could be discretionary or non-discretionary depending on the plan. Novanta supports all aspects of your life’s needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.

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