
iLocatum
Financial Reporting Manager (JC654)
Financial Reporting Manager
📍 Location: Santa Ana, CA
💰 Base Salary: $130,000–$150,000 + 15% Bonus
🕒 On-Site | Full-Time | PE-Backed Company with IPO Potential
Must Have's
- CPA license
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Hands-on experience with technical accounting research and memo writing
- Coming out of Big 4 Accounting firms
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Background in a private equity-backed organization
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Familiarity with IPO readiness or SEC reporting
About the Company
Join a high-growth, private equity-backed company with an aggressive acquisition strategy and a clear roadmap toward a future IPO. With a transaction-heavy environment and a collaborative finance team, this is an ideal opportunity for a high-performing CPA ready to step into a fast-paced role with visibility and impact.
What You’ll Be Doing
As Financial Reporting Manager, you’ll lead the preparation of external financial statements, drive technical accounting research, and support reporting across a rapidly evolving organization. This is a high-visibility role reporting directly to senior finance leadership, with exposure to executive stakeholders, auditors, and strategic partners.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
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Lead technical accounting research and draft technical memos for complex transactions (e.g., revenue recognition, lease accounting, acquisitions)
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Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal control standards
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Support internal and external audits, including communication with auditors and preparation of audit documentation
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Assist with the integration of acquired entities and ongoing consolidation activities
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Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, Tax, and Operations on reporting and transaction-related matters
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Support future IPO readiness, including S-1 preparation and SEC reporting )
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Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives to streamline reporting and enhance accuracy
What We’re Looking For
Must-Haves:
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CPA license
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4–8 years of experience, ideally a strong Senior or new Manager from a Big 4 firm or a mix of Big 4 + corporate accounting
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Hands-on experience with technical accounting research and memo writing
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Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements
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Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
Nice-to-Haves:
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Experience working in a public company environment
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Exposure to acquisition accounting and consolidations
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Background in a private equity-backed organization
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Familiarity with IPO readiness or SEC reporting
Why Join Us?
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Career Growth: Step into a key role with exposure to IPO preparation and evolving financial strategy
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Transaction-Focused: Work with a team navigating frequent M&A and integration activity
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Collaborative Culture: Be part of a tight-knit, driven, and highly skilled finance team
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Rewarding Compensation: Competitive base + bonus + long-term growth potential
Ready to make an impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Apply now and be part of a company on the move.
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