C Spire
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Manager, Financial Reporting
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C Spire .
Our Vision:
Be the best at what we do.
Our Mission:
Improve lives through technology.
Summary
"Customer Inspired" isn’t our slogan — it’s our driving force, and C Spire team members live it. We aim to engage the exceptional and embrace operational excellence to best deliver connectivity and technology solutions that advance our communities and customers’ lives. It’s a challenging goal, but we have a winning team that is looking to grow.
As the Manager, Financial Reporting, you will oversee the preparation of consolidated financial statements and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements. You will manage the financial reporting process, coordinate external audit activities, and provide technical accounting guidance on complex areas such as revenue recognition, leases, and business combinations. Your role will also focus on strengthening internal controls, driving process improvements, and mentoring staff, making you a key leader within the Accounting team.
Responsibilities
Manage the preparation and review of consolidated U.S. GAAP financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.
Provide technical accounting guidance on complex topics including ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition), ASC 842 (Leases), and accounting for business combinations, goodwill, and intangible assets.
Coordinate external audit activities and serve as the primary contact for auditors, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of requests.
Research, interpret, and implement new accounting standards, providing technical guidance across the organization.
Oversee aspects of the monthly close process, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and internal financial reporting.
Develop and maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting in alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Partner with cross-functional teams to provide accounting expertise on business initiatives and projects.
Mentor and guide staff to support professional growth and high performance.
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability within financial reporting.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting or financial reporting experience, including public accounting and/or corporate accounting.
Strong technical accounting knowledge, with experience applying U.S. GAAP including ASC 606, ASC 842, and accounting for business combinations, goodwill, and intangible assets.
Proven experience preparing GAAP financial statements and supporting external audits.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across functions and with external parties.
Additional Qualifications
Experience in telecommunications, technology, or related industries.
Familiarity with large-scale ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis software.
Exposure to process improvement, automation, or technology initiatives within accounting and reporting.
Benefits
Competitive Compensation Package
Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance
Tuition Assistance Programs
Complimentary Wireless Service & Device*
401k Match
Teladoc Telemedicine
WellBeacon Wellness Program
Paid Talent Referral Opportunities
Tailored learning paths for every position
Physical Requirements And Working Conditions Must be able to sit for long periods of time and use computer keyboard and/or mouse while viewing computer screen. Must be able to adapt and perform in a rapidly changing environment.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Telecommunications
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Manager, Financial Reporting
role at
C Spire .
Our Vision:
Be the best at what we do.
Our Mission:
Improve lives through technology.
Summary
"Customer Inspired" isn’t our slogan — it’s our driving force, and C Spire team members live it. We aim to engage the exceptional and embrace operational excellence to best deliver connectivity and technology solutions that advance our communities and customers’ lives. It’s a challenging goal, but we have a winning team that is looking to grow.
As the Manager, Financial Reporting, you will oversee the preparation of consolidated financial statements and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements. You will manage the financial reporting process, coordinate external audit activities, and provide technical accounting guidance on complex areas such as revenue recognition, leases, and business combinations. Your role will also focus on strengthening internal controls, driving process improvements, and mentoring staff, making you a key leader within the Accounting team.
Responsibilities
Manage the preparation and review of consolidated U.S. GAAP financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.
Provide technical accounting guidance on complex topics including ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition), ASC 842 (Leases), and accounting for business combinations, goodwill, and intangible assets.
Coordinate external audit activities and serve as the primary contact for auditors, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of requests.
Research, interpret, and implement new accounting standards, providing technical guidance across the organization.
Oversee aspects of the monthly close process, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and internal financial reporting.
Develop and maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting in alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Partner with cross-functional teams to provide accounting expertise on business initiatives and projects.
Mentor and guide staff to support professional growth and high performance.
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability within financial reporting.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting or financial reporting experience, including public accounting and/or corporate accounting.
Strong technical accounting knowledge, with experience applying U.S. GAAP including ASC 606, ASC 842, and accounting for business combinations, goodwill, and intangible assets.
Proven experience preparing GAAP financial statements and supporting external audits.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across functions and with external parties.
Additional Qualifications
Experience in telecommunications, technology, or related industries.
Familiarity with large-scale ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis software.
Exposure to process improvement, automation, or technology initiatives within accounting and reporting.
Benefits
Competitive Compensation Package
Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance
Tuition Assistance Programs
Complimentary Wireless Service & Device*
401k Match
Teladoc Telemedicine
WellBeacon Wellness Program
Paid Talent Referral Opportunities
Tailored learning paths for every position
Physical Requirements And Working Conditions Must be able to sit for long periods of time and use computer keyboard and/or mouse while viewing computer screen. Must be able to adapt and perform in a rapidly changing environment.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Telecommunications
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