Reporting to the Vice President, Controller, the SEC Reporting/Technical Accounting Manager or Sr. Manager will have a critical and high-profile position that plays a role in developing and executing SEC reporting and technical accounting processes, reporting on and resolving issues and compliance/disclosure matters with key stakeholders, and engaging with the CFO and the Board governance committees, as appropriate. The candidate must be a leader, have strong experience with public company and SEC reporting standards, be detail oriented, have strong technical and communication skills, and be hands-on.

Who we are

Since 2006, 23andMe’s mission has been to help people access, understand, and benefit from the human genome. We are a group of passionate individuals pushing the boundaries of what’s possible to help turn genetic insight into better health and personal understanding.

What you'll do

• Participate in the coordination and preparation of quarterly reports (10-Q), annual reports (10- K) press releases, and other current reports (8-K) as needed  
• Work with various personnel and departments to collect information and input into the above referenced reports; coordinate, review and collect comments on the various drafts; prepare support files for all disclosures; challenge the appropriateness of disclosures; complete all relevant disclosure checklists and reporting questionnaires  
• Maintain quarterly reporting time table and monitor progress against reporting cycle milestones  
• Lead technical accounting research and documentation of new accounting guidance, policies and procedures, specifically as it relates to high interest areas like revenue accounting, stock-based compensation, leases, and equity 
• Monitor the development and applicability of emerging accounting and reporting rules being deliberated by the SEC, US GAAP, PCAOB, or other regulations  
• Assist with the establishment, documentation, and maintenance of company accounting policies
• Select and implement SEC reporting and filing systems to automate the reporting process
• Implement and maintain XBRL tagging on filings as required
• Assist with month-end close and financial statement review processes  
• Interact and support external auditors, internal/external SEC counsel and legal advisors.
• Participate in special projects, improve processes and assist with documentation and compliance with SOX

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in an appropriate field with a CPA, is required
• Total of at least 8 years of progressive accounting experience
• Mix of professional experiences, including experience in Big 4 public accounting firms (at least 5 years) and experience at a public company in an SEC role
• Strong technical accounting background with a knowledge of US GAAP, SOX 404 and SEC reporting standards, as well as experience with technical research and XBRL tagging
• A proactive approach to problem identification and remediation solutions, and excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact and build relationships across all levels of the organization
• Ability to work independently, complete work timely, and work well as a team member
• Strong organization and problem-solving skills
• Ability to be flexible and work analytically in a problem-solving environment
• Meticulous and superior attention to detail

Strongly Preferred 

• Combination of private industry and public accounting experience  
• Advanced technical accounting knowledge coupled with exceptional planning and organizational skills  
• Prior experience designing, implementing, and documenting policies and procedures—in a SOX environment  
• Experience with NetSuite is preferred