Accountant, Senior
Overview
Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) is boldly redefining commerce by simplifying complex payments ecosystems across the world. As the leader in commerce-enabling technology, Shift4 powers billions of transactions annually for hundreds of thousands of businesses in virtually every industry. For more information, visit www.shift4.com.
Summary
The Senior Accountant – SEC Reporting is responsible for the Company’s external financial reporting function. Reporting to the Director of SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting, this role prepares and reviews quarterly (Form 10-Q), annual (Form 10-K), and current (Form 8-K) SEC filings, along with earnings releases, registration statements, proxy filings, and other investor-facing documents. The position is based in Allentown, PA (4 days onsite, 1 day remote).
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare SEC filings (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and maintain detailed support using Workiva.
- Assist with quarterly earnings releases, press releases, investor presentations, and board/audit committee materials.
- Manage quarterly reporting timelines; coordinate information requests and monitor progress against deadlines.
- Collaborate with internal teams, external auditors, and legal counsel to address reporting requirements and comments.
- Research, document, and implement new technical accounting policies and pronouncements.
- Support accounting for complex areas, including business combinations, stock compensation, EPS, debt, equity, foreign currency, and noncontrolling interests.
- Review contracts for technical accounting considerations.
- Track and evaluate emerging SEC, FASB, and regulatory guidance.
- Build strong relationships with business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analyses as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- 3+ years of experience in public accounting (Big 4 or large regional firm) and/or a public company.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and internal controls.
- Advanced Excel skills; proficiency in Word and PowerPoint.
- ERP experience (Oracle/Smartview a plus).
- CPA license or in process.(Preferred)
- Experience with Workiva. (preferred)
- Knowledge of the payments industry(Proffered)
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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