Senior Manager of SEC Reporting & Internal Controls

Join Merlin, a rapidly growing company in the finance sector, as a Senior Manager of SEC Reporting & Internal Controls. In this high-impact role, you will be responsible for the preparation and filing of all SEC periodic reports, the development of a robust internal control framework under SOX, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure accurate financial disclosure. You will lead the design and implementation of the company's internal control over financial reporting framework, manage the annual SOX scoping exercise, and support investor relations with financial data requests and earnings call preparation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, SEC reporting, and internal controls, with a minimum of 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience.

• Lead the preparation, review, and timely filing of all SEC periodic reports including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, as well as proxy statements, and registration statements.
• Manage the design, implementation, documentation, and ongoing assessment of the company's internal control over financial reporting (ICFR) framework in accordance with SOX Section 302 and 404.
• Coordinate with external auditors on quarterly reviews and annual audits, including PBC schedules and audit support documentation.
• The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and brings deep technical accounting knowledge combined with strong business acumen
• Hands-on experience with 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K preparation and EDGAR filing processes
• Strong working knowledge of XBRL/iXBRL tagging and inline XBRL requirements
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a minimum of 3 years at a Big 4 or large regional public accounting firm with public company audit experience
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply complex technical accounting guidance
• Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities and meet strict deadlines
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and SOX compliance
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required
• Experience at a SPAC or company that has recently completed a business combination or IPO
• Experience with emerging growth companies (EGC) or smaller reporting companies (SRC) and the related disclosure accommodations
• Familiarity with government contract accounting, cost accounting standards, or aerospace/defense industry revenue recognition
• Experience with Workiva or similar SEC reporting and disclosure management platforms
• Prior experience building or scaling an internal controls function at an early-stage public company
• Graduate degree (MBA, MSA) a plus