Sr. Manager, SEC Reporting

About Backblaze

Backblaze is the object storage leader in the open cloud movement, fueling customer success with cloud storage built purposefully to unlock budgets, unburden administrators, and unleash innovators. Together with our partners, we’re helping customers break free from the restrictive, overpriced legacy solutions that hold them back, and blaze forward with the full power of the open cloud in their hands.

Founded in 2007, we scaled the business with less than $3 million in outside funding until 2021, when we did a traditional IPO on the Nasdaq stock exchange. Today, Backblaze generates over $100m in revenue and is the leading specialized storage cloud - managing over three billion gigabytes of data storage for 500K+ customers in 175+ countries, including businesses, developers, IT professionals, and individuals.

But while there is a lot to celebrate in our past, there is almost as much opportunity ahead of us. We are seeking a Senior Manager, SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting!

This position will be based remotely and report to the VP, Corporate Accounting. The Senior Manager, SEC Reporting Manager and Technical Accounting will assist in all aspects of SEC and external reporting, in addition to the following operational accounting actives: month end close, external financial reporting support, internal reporting, systems implementations, and audits. 

What You’ll Do:

• Ownership of all aspects of external financial reporting, including the preparation and filing of SEC reports (Form 10-Q, 10-K), earnings releases, proxy filings, and ad hoc registration statements.
• Coordinate the review of SEC filings with external auditors, legal counsel, internal accounting teams, and executive management.
• Manage the preparation and documentation of the financial statements, including Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Statement of Cash Flows, EPS calculations, and Share-Based Compensation disclosures.
• Author technical accounting policies and maintain a database of all policies for the company.
• Research significant and complex transactions and prepare technical accounting memorandum supporting the Company’s position
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual fluctuation analysis and management reports
• Lead the preparation of journal entries for key accounting transactions.
• Oversee the equity accounting and equity administration process while maintaining the company’s equity database.
• Collaborate with Investor Relations to prepare quarterly earnings releases and scripts for earnings calls.
• Monitor and implement new accounting standards, working cross-functionally to ensure compliance and integration across departments.
• Provide support for external and internal audits, ensuring alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Take ownership of ad hoc financial analysis, reporting, and projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and reporting accuracy.

The Right Fit:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with a focus on SEC reporting, technical accounting, and external audits.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and experience in preparing or reviewing complex financial statements.
• Experience with ASC 718, ASC 842, and ASC 606 is highly preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities and deadlines.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills to effectively collaborate across departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel in particular) and experience with financial systems like NetSuite and Equity Edge Online.
• Experience with system migrations and software implementations preferred, but not required.
• Strong analytical mindset with a focus on detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize, solve complex issues, and drive continuous improvements in reporting processes.

At this point, we hope you're feeling excited about the job description you're reading. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Learning, developing, and growing are key parts of our culture. We're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can contribute to our team in various ways. We want people to feel comfortable expressing their true selves and to come, stay, and do their best work here.

Backblaze Perks:

• Annual Company bonus plan
• RSU grants for full-time employees
• 100% paid healthcare for family, including dental and vision
• 401K
• ESPP program
• Flexible vacation policy
• Maternity & paternity leave
• MacBook Pro to use for work plus a generous stipend to personalize your workstation
• Childcare bonus (human children only)
• Fertility treatment and support
• Learning & development program
• Commuter benefits
• Culture that supports a healthy work-life balance

To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base pay ranges for all US-based job postings regardless of state. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function, level, and country location, benchmarked against similar-stage growth companies. Final offer amounts include candidate location, skills, depth of work experience, and relevant licenses/credentials and may vary from the amounts listed below.

The base pay range for this position is $154,000 - $180,000

At Backblaze, we value being fair and good to our customers, partners, and employees. That’s why diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of our values. We are committed to fostering a workforce where all employees feel a sense of belonging regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, socio-economic status, ability, veteran status, and education. We believe that our dedication to cultivating a diverse workspace not only allows us to better serve our customers in over 175 countries, but further reinforces our commitment to doing the right thing. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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