Director, Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting

SPS Commerce is a leading provider of cloud-based supply chain management solutions, serving a global network of retail trading partners. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where innovation and continuous improvement are highly valued. Join SPS Commerce and be part of a dynamic team that’s transforming the global retail supply chain!   

Position Summary: 

The Director, Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting is responsible for overseeing the preparation and submission of all external financial statements and disclosures in accordance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, SOX and company accounting and disclosure policies. In addition, this role will be responsible for oversight of statutory reporting in certain international jurisdictions, which may include coordination with local accounting firms. It will be important that all financial reporting is done with high accuracy, timeliness and integrity.

Reporting directly to the VP Finance and Corporate Controller, the Director, Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting requires a seasoned strategic thinker with deep technical expertise in accounting and disclosure rules and regulations. They are heavily involved in M&A activity and will have an internal team supporting them to contribute to their success in each of their key areas. A successful candidate will have strong leadership skills to manage diverse internal and external teams across different jurisdictions.

As a collaborative leader, the Director will proactively partner with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure organizational success. This will include key internal and external stakeholders such as finance, accounting, legal, investor relations, HR, sales, and operations. Developing and leveraging these relationships will be critical to their success.

As a high growth organization with growth coming organically and through business development activities (both domestically and across the globe), it is an excellent opportunity for someone to join and be involved in acquisition and other growth-related activities in a very meaningful way. A successful candidate will have sound general leadership and business acumen, technical and analytical skills, and demonstrated ability to think critically as well as build capabilities for organizations. This leader is critical to our M&A activities with high involvement in diligence, post-acquisition accounting and integration activities.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Lead the preparation and filing of all SEC reports (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, earnings releases, etc.), ensuring accuracy and completeness of all financial statements and disclosures.
• Ensure financial reporting is in compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.
• Serve as a key technical accounting resource and lead resolution of all technical accounting matters. Monitor and interpret new accounting pronouncements; lead implementation efforts as needed. Establish and maintain organizational corporate accounting policies.
• Advise the CFO, Controller and other stakeholders on technical accounting issues, regulatory developments, and financial disclosure strategy.
• Participate in due diligence for M&A activity, as needed, and key ownership of aspects of the opening balance sheet for acquired entities. This will include ownership of complex valuations for acquired intangible assets and corresponding controls documentation, amongst other things.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members to help them prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Work closely with the external auditors and facilitate completion of their audit and review of financial statements and technical memoranda.
• Partner with external international firms for completion of certain statutory financial statements and compliance.
• Ensure proper consolidation of legal entities in external financial reporting software.
• Use data to inform all aspects of our decision making, operating processes, and strategic direction.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships across the organization. Proactive partner with key stakeholders.
• Plan, lead and perform additional project-based activities, as needed.

 Location:     

This role is based in our Minneapolis, MN office and requires onsite presence 2–3 days per week.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 10+ years of relevant and progressive finance or accounting experience
• 5+ years of leadership experience
• Deep knowledge of SEC Rules and Regulations (S-K and S-X), U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and SOX compliance
• Demonstrated experience managing financial reporting processes in a public company environment
• Experience with complex M&A transactions, including diligence, purchase accounting and/or complex valuations
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information
• Excellent prioritization management, organizational, critical thinking and problem-solving skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills with a highly collaborative communication style and practice
• Demonstrated, strong leadership experience (formal or informal). Ability to develop and motivate teams and provide strategic direction for them.
• Bias for continuous improvement with demonstrated experience and successes in change management
• Astute at making financially sound decisions
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to build cross-functional relationships
• Proven competence with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

Preferred Experience

•  CPA license (active or inactive)
• At least 5 years public accounting experience desired
• Experience with SEC reporting software (e.g., Workiva) and large ERP platforms (e.g., Oracle Fusion)

What We Offer:    

At SPS Commerce, we are committed to ensuring that each employee's compensation reflects their unique experiences, performance, and skills in their role. The salary range for this role considers several factors, including education, relevant skills, work history, certifications, location, and more.  

The annual salary range for this role is: $131,100 - $218,500. The actual salary offered will be determined based on the factors listed above and may fall anywhere within the range.   

Additionally, you may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if granted, is based on individual and/or organizational performance.  

SPS Commerce offers a comprehensive package of benefits including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, paid time-off, 401(k), health and flexible spending accounts, stock purchase plan and more.   

Commitment to our Employees:

At SPS we power connections that drive the world of commerce forward, and our success depends on making strong decisions, fostering innovation, delivering unparalleled customer solutions, and driving outstanding business performance. We achieve this by creating an environment where every employee feels a true sense of belonging. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels accepted, valued, and empowered to make a meaningful impact.

We are committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.