Financial Reporting Accountant

Reston,Virginia,United States

Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet. We are a trusted provider of internet infrastructure services for the networked world and deliver unmatched performance in domain name system (DNS) services. 

We are a mission focused, values driven company where each individual can contribute to building a stronger, more secure internet.  We offer a dynamic and flexible work environment with competitive benefits and the ability to grow your career.

Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet. We are a trusted provider of internet infrastructure services for the networked world and deliver unmatched performance in domain name system (DNS) services. 

We are a mission focused, values driven company where each individual can contribute to building a stronger, more secure internet.  We offer a dynamic and flexible work environment with competitive benefits and the ability to grow your career.

The Financial Reporting Accountant gathers data to support the preparation of internal and external financial reporting. This position utilizes a formal process for appropriate data gathering, consolidation and analysis of financial data relative to the preparation of internal reports (monthly financial package) and external reports (SEC filings, including but not limited to 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, proxy statements and the annual report).

This role also involves:

  • running reports and preparing journal entries for stock-based compensation
  • assisting in statutory reporting for foreign subsidiaries

Responsibilities:

  • compiles supporting documentation for disclosures included in various SEC filings, assists in XBRL tagging and helps draft disclosures
  • runs reports from the financial accounting system (Oracle/ESmartview) to prepare supporting documentation for financial statements and earnings materials. Assists team in working with external auditors and helps provide supporting documentation to respond to audit requests
  • internal reporting – assists in preparing monthly financial package
  • prepares journal entries related to stock based compensation; assists in administration of company stock plans (equity grants, ESPP purchases)
  • assists in preparation of foreign subsidiary statutory financial reporting and other tasks as required 

Requirements:

  • Bachelors’ Degree in Finance, Accounting or a Business-related degree, or equivalent work experience
  • 2+ years relevant experience in accounting, preferably at a Big 4 or other national accounting firm
  • Working experience in MS Excel
  • CPA preferred

This position is based in Reston, VA and offers a hybrid work schedule.

The pay range is $74,500 - $100,700.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is noted above, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

Verisign is an equal opportunity employer. That means we recruit, hire, compensate, train, promote, transfer, and administer all terms and conditions of employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories under applicable law.

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