Senior Manager Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting

1 week ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Lime Full time
Lime is the world's largest shared electric vehicle company. We're on a mission to build a future where transportation is shared, affordable and carbon-free.

Our electric bikes and scooters have powered 400+ million rides in 250+ cities on 5 continents, replacing an estimated 100+ million car trips.

Named a Time 100 Most Influential Company and Fast Company Brand That Matters, we achieved a fully profitable year in 2022, becoming the first in our industry to reach this milestone.


Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Manager, Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting will be responsible for technical accounting research, interpretation and implementation of all new and existing accounting pronouncements guiding the organization on proper accounting treatment for anticipated transactions and for complex accounting matters.

In this role, you'll be a key leader, collaborating with various functional groups, in the drafting of Lime's S-1 for its IPO.

Post IPO, you'll lead the preparation of financial statements, filing of Form 10-Q, 10-K and other SEC filings as needed, and providing review and support of earnings release and investor relations related materials.


What you'll do:
Financial Reporting

Preparation of the Company's annual financial statements and notes in accordance with US GAAP for private companies
Assist in the preparation and validation of private investor reporting materials including preparation and reporting of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
Collaboration with global statutory reporting teams to improve efficiency in statutory reporting requirements through leveraging or enabling technology and reporting tools
Collaborate with cross functional groups, including Legal, Finance, Operations and HR, as well as external advisors, in drafting the S-1 for Lime's IPO filing and revising it according to SEC comments
Lead SEC GAAP adoption to convert private company financial statements to public company requirements
Lead external financial reporting tool/system implementation/enhancements efforts, in collaboration with external consultants, to implement the company's XBRL tagging system
Post IPO, manage the timely and accurate preparation and submission of all external financial reports, including reports filed with the SEC on Form 10-Q, 10-K ensuring financial statements and required schedules are in accordance with US GAAP and SEC requirements
Manage preparation of certain aspects of materials to be presented to the audit committee of the board of directors and coordinate presentation topics with other departments, including Tax, Treasury, Finance, and Internal Audit, and the external auditors
Assessment and reconciliation of non-GAAP reporting metrics in accordance with Company policy and SEC rules and regulations
Prepare and manage the quarterly SEC reporting calendar, including coordination with external auditors, executives, finance, legal and investor relations departments
Collaborate with cross functional leaders and provide guidance on the evolving global ESG reporting requirements and evaluation of their impact on external reporting and filings with the SEC

Technical Accounting and Accounting Policy

Providing accounting guidance to cross-functional teams on complex or new/emerging transactions, ensuring compliance and appropriate application of US GAAP
Writing and reviewing accounting positions according to GAAP
Inventorying and drafting global accounting policies and procedures
Advising management of trends and changes in reporting requirements and making recommendations on best practices for any reporting changes
Coordinate with affiliates to aggregate monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial information, including leading pre-close meetings with affiliates to identify and resolve complex accounting matters
Work with internal stakeholders to provide accounting guidance for newly issued accounting rules and determine implications resulting from contemplated or executed transactions and contracts

Internal Controls

Achieve SOX compliance. Maintain a comprehensive cross-functional internal control structure, actively monitoring controls for compliance and enhancing controls as business process improvements occur

Collaboration

Liaising with external auditors and regulatory agencies
Drive continuous improvements in the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes impacting finance and accounting

Work in a cross-functional and collaborative role spanning Operations, FP&A, Legal, Tax, Treasury, HR, Shared Services Accounting, to align on company directives and assess their impact on technical accounting and financial reporting.


About you:
Bachelor's degree in accounting
CPA certification, with compliance with annual CPE required
Minimum of 6 years of experience in SEC reporting, in a public company or public accounting firm
Demonstrate strong knowledge of SEC regulations, US GAAP, and PCAOB standards with very strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Skilled in problem solving, making decisions, being a self-starter and working effectively under pressure while meeting deadlines
Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work cooperatively in a team environment across a global organization
Continuous improvement thinker, capable of identifying and delivering end-to-end process and technology improvement

Preferred Experience:
Experience with drafting S-1 for IPO filings is highly desirable

The anticipated salary range for this position is $108,000 to $198,000. Equity and benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, depending on the position offered. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range.

Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's skills, experience and other qualifications as well as the candidate's location of residence.

In addition to base salary, some roles may be eligible for a variable bonus based on a combination of company performance, employee performance, and management discretion.

Why Lime?


When you join Lime, you join a global community of smart, caring, talented individuals working together to deliver world-changing results; striving to create an experience that enables Limers to do their best work.

Here are some ways we support and invest in our team:

Competitive salaries, performance-based annual bonus and pre-IPO equity

Health and wellness offerings for all team members starting day one including access to top-tier fitness and mindfulness apps

Flexible vacation policies with ample paid holidays tailored to country of residence

Fully-paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child and financial, medical and educational support for Limers pursuing parenthood

Support for retirement and financial goals with unlimited access to financial advisors

Unlimited, complimentary use of our vehicles in hundreds of cities around the world

Professional growth opportunities through quarterly learning days and top-tier tools

Opportunities to connect across teams and locations to network, socialize and volunteer

Culture of belonging with Employee Resource Groups that engage and promote cultural awareness and DEI training across all functions

Consistent recognition of great work through meaningful rewards and career advancements

Benefits and perks vary depending on the nature of your employment and country of residence. Terms and conditions may apply.

If you want to make an impact, Lime is the place for you. Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? If this role excites you we encourage you to apply. Explore all opportunities on our career page.

Lime is an Equal Opportunity Employer, but that's just the start. We believe different perspectives help us grow and achieve more.

That's why we're dedicated to hiring and developing the most talented and globally diverse team – which includes individuals with different backgrounds, abilities, identities and experiences.

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