Senior Manager, Accounting Policy – Reporting

Affirm

Senior Manager responsible for managing external financial reporting and technical accounting at Affirm. Leading research and policy development for SEC compliance and financial disclosures.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $164,000 - $224,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead technical research on new and complex U.S. GAAP (FASB) accounting standards, ensuring timely adoption and accurate documentation of the company's position.
Analyze and interpret accounting and regulatory reporting requirements for key domestic and international subsidiaries.
Draft and finalize technical accounting memos to support complex transaction analysis and policy conclusions.
Serve as the primary technical resource for complex or non-routine transactions within designated areas of scope (e.g., M&A, debt/equity offerings), including SEC reporting implications.
Advise business units and functional teams on the practical accounting impacts of new corporate policies and strategic initiatives.
Drive the design and implementation of scalable accounting and reporting processes related to policy application.
Manage the full lifecycle of accounting policies within designated areas of scope, ensuring documentation is clear, current, and consistently applied.
Proactively identify and resolve accounting policy gaps stemming from business changes and evolving US GAAP/SEC/regulatory reporting mandates.
Ensure governance and tracking for all subsidiary-specific policy variations and exceptions.
Manage and execute the timely and accurate preparation and filing of external financial reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and proxy statements.
Manage and execute the preparation of financial statements and other financial reports to meet statutory, regulatory and compliance reporting requirements.
Manage and execute the preparation of detailed financial statements and footnotes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all disclosure requirements.
Ensure the effective design and operation of internal controls over financial reporting (SOX 404) for the external reporting process, footnotes, and complex technical accounting areas.
Support internal and external audits on technical accounting matters and financial statement reviews.
Assist with preparing materials for the Audit Committee and Board of Directors on significant accounting policy matters, reporting updates, and emerging risks.
Lead accounting policy and reporting projects and workstreams. This includes reviewing analyses and deliverables and mentoring a high-performing team of accounting professionals focused on policy and external reporting.
Drive process improvements and maintain strong collaboration with various departments to streamline data collection and reporting processes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

8-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including Big 4 Audit and direct SEC reporting and technical accounting research experience at a publicly traded company.
Active CPA, CA, or equivalent required.
Deep, current, and comprehensive expertise in U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting rules and regulations (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, Reg S-X/S-K).
Technical accounting experience in one or more of the following areas: loan accounting, securitization, transfers & servicing, consolidation, revenue recognition combined with relevant industry / business knowledge.
Proven process for performing complex technical research and analysis from problem definition through to the final impact on financial statements and disclosures.
Experience with financial reporting systems (e.g., Workiva) is preferred.
Strong analytical, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex accounting concepts, write high-quality technical memos, and present to senior/executive leadership and auditors.
Excellent project management skills and a proven ability to manage tight reporting deadlines and complex processes.
A self-starter with initiative, curiosity, and a desire to streamline processes and drive continuous improvement.
Trust in and commitment to Affirm's vision, mission, and values.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health care coverage - Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents
Flexible Spending Wallets - generous stipends for spending on Technology, Food, various Lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses
Time off - competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge
ESPP - An employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of Affirm at a discount

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Hard Skills & Tools

U.S. GAAPSEC reportingtechnical accountingfinancial reportingloan accountingsecuritizationconsolidationrevenue recognitionfinancial statement preparationinternal controls

Soft Skills

analytical skillscommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsproject managementproblem-solvinginitiativecuriosityprocess improvementmentoringcollaboration

Certifications

CPACA