Accountant, Senior - Shift4

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(Preferred)