Senior Manager, Financial Reporting

About Life360

Life360’s mission is to keep people close to the ones they love. Our category-leading mobile app,Tile tracking devices, and Pet GPS tracker empower members to protect the people, pets, and things they care about most with a range of services, including location sharing, safe driver reports, and crash detection with emergency dispatch. Life360 serves approximately 97.8 million monthly active users (MAU), as of March 31, 2026, across more than 180 countries.

Life360 delivers peace of mind and enhances everyday family life with seamless coordination for all the moments that matter, big and small. By continuing to innovate and deliver for our customers, we have become a household name and the must-have mobile-based membership for families (and those friends who are basically family).

Life360 has more than 500 (and growing!) remote-first employees. For more information, please visit life360.com.

Life360 is a Remote-First company, which means a remote work environment will be the primary experience for all employees. All positions, unless otherwise specified, can be performed remotely (within the US) regardless of any specified location above. 

We are AI Native

We are building an AI native company where AI is an integral part of how we build and operate. AI tool usage during interviews varies by role. You may be asked to demonstrate proficiency with AI tools, discuss how you leverage AI, or complete interview exercises without AI assistance. Your Recruiter will provide clear guidance as you move through the interview process.

Undisclosed use of AI not previously discussed with or approved by your Recruiter may impact your candidacy.

About The Team

This position will play a critical leadership role on the Financial Reporting team and will report to the Sr. Director, Financial Reporting. As Life360 continues to grow organically and through strategic expansion, the Financial Reporting team is taking on increased scope and complexity across SEC reporting, technical accounting, and investor communications. We are seeking a Senior Manager, Financial Reporting to lead the day-to-day execution of our financial reporting function and manage a team of accounting professionals.

Our close-knit team of self-motivated professionals works collaboratively, supports one another, and is committed to continuous process improvement. While we operate remotely, we prioritize connection and come together throughout the year to build relationships and collaborate in person.

About the Job

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically strong Senior Manager, Financial Reporting with a proven ability to lead teams and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role will own the end-to-end execution of internal and external reporting, including SEC filing preparation, month-end close for technical accounting areas, audit coordination, management and board reporting, and SOX compliance. As a people manager, you will oversee a team of four, including two direct reports, and will be responsible for developing talent, meeting deadlines, and driving operational excellence across the reporting function.

This role partners closely with the Senior Manager, SEC Reporting on disclosure strategy and filing reviews, and collaborates with members of our accounting, finance, legal, and investor relations teams, as well as external auditors.

The US-based salary range for this position is $110,000 to $161,500. We take into consideration an individual’s background and experience in determining final salary—therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes a wide range of medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits, as well as equity.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, as well as investor communications such as press releases, investor presentations, and other investor conference materials, in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC rules and regulations
• Own GAAP and SEC disclosure checklists and tie-out binders in compliance with the Company’s SOX controls
• Oversee the preparation of internal financial reporting packages, including performing financial and trend analyses and drafting related commentary and internal management and board reporting
• Own month-end close for technical accounting areas, including capitalization of internally developed software and review direct reports’ close deliverables and workpapers 
• Review and write technical accounting memorandums and provide guidance on U.S. GAAP matters, including internally developed software, adoption of new accounting standards, impairment analyses, valuations, and the accounting impact of new agreements
• Update and review internal control documentation and support the Company’s SOX compliance efforts
• Primary contact with the external auditors including managing audit requests and driving timely resolution of open items across the quarterly reviews and annual audit.
• Partner effectively and proactively with Legal, Accounting, Tax, Strategic Finance, and Investor Relations on financial reporting matters
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of four (two direct reports), fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning
• Assist with special projects as needed

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of relevant financial reporting experience; Big 4 public accounting experience strongly preferred
• CPA or similar professional designation required
• 4+ years of people management experience, with a demonstrated ability to develop talent and build high-performing teams
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC rules and regulations, and SOX 404, with experience performing and reviewing technical research
• Proven experience leading SEC filing preparation (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and managing quarter-end close processes at a public company
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and cross-functional dependencies simultaneously
• Sound judgment, critical thinking, and a disciplined approach to delivering complete and accurate results
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly self-motivated, with the ability to work effectively in a remote-first environment
• Proficiency with Workiva required; experience with NetSuite and SOX compliance is a plus
• Curiosity about LLMs and a willingness to use it. You don’t need to be an expert, but you should have started exploring tools like Claude or ChatGPT and be motivated to keep learning. We’re building toward an AI-native finance function and want someone who’s excited about that.

Nice to Have

• Hands-on experience using AI tools in a professional finance context.

Our Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans (100% paid for employees)
• 401(k) plan with company matching program
• Mental Wellness Program & Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental well being
• Flexible PTO, 13 company wide days off throughout the year & paid Holiday Shutdown
• Learning & Development programs
• Equipment, tools, and reimbursement support for a productive remote environment
• Free Life360 Platinum Membership for your preferred circle
• Free Tile Products

Life360 Values

Our company’s mission driven culture is guided by our shared values to create a trusted work environment where you can bring your authentic self to work and make a positive difference

• Be a Good Person - We have a team of high integrity people you can trust.
• Be Direct With Respect - We communicate directly, even when it’s hard.
• Members Over Metrics - We focus on building an exceptional experience for families.
• High Intensity High Impact - We do whatever it takes to get the job done.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We believe that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic best selves to work.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Life360. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any legally protected status.

We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. We believe that a diversity of perspectives and experiences create a foundation for the best ideas. Come join us in building something meaningful.

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Since the majority of our staff is located on the US West Coast, our primary working hours will be 9-4pm PST