Manager, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting
Altria Group, Inc., Richmond, VA, United States
Manager, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting
Job Description: We are looking for a Manager, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting to join our Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting team. This role serves as a technical subject‑matter expert supporting enterprise initiatives, resolving complex accounting matters, advising senior leadership, and ensuring high‑quality SEC reporting. The role partners with senior leaders, finance teams, internal partners, and external auditors. It is an individual‑contributor position with no direct reports, requiring leadership through technical expertise, influence, and review of junior staff work.
What you will be doing:
Serve as a technical advisor and provide accounting guidance, interpretations, and strategic support to finance and business partners across the enterprise for complex transactions, providing clear, well‑supported recommendations to senior management.
Prepare high‑quality technical accounting memoranda supporting management conclusions and ensure consistent application of accounting policies.
Review and provide guidance on periodic SEC filings (Form 10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, etc.) prepared by team members, ensuring compliance with disclosure controls and procedures.
Partner closely with internal partners and external auditors on assigned technical accounting and reporting matters and coordinate assigned SEC filings and related disclosures.
Monitor SEC rule‑making, comment‑letter trends, and peer disclosures to support and continuously enhance accurate, compliant, and high‑quality external reporting.
Monitor new accounting standards, assess impacts, and advise on adoption and implementation across the organization.
Support strong internal controls and governance, including SOX coordination, and drive continuous improvement and scalability of technical accounting and external reporting processes.
We want you to have:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA required.
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in public accounting.
Experience preparing or reviewing SEC filings (Form 10‑K, 10‑Q) and researching, documenting, and supporting complex accounting positions.
Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and technical accounting, with the ability to research, analyze, apply professional judgment to complex or ambiguous issues and assess disclosure implications of business activities and transactions.
Proven ability to clearly document accounting conclusions, including drafting technical memoranda, and communicate technical topics to non‑technical audiences.
Proven ability in collaborating with external auditors and internal partners and lead others by reviewing work, giving feedback, and supporting junior staff growth.
Strong project management, prioritization, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet tight reporting deadlines.
Familiarity with financial reporting systems and SEC reporting tools (e.g., Workiva, Oracle FCCS) is a plus.
The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The salary range for this position is: $119,600.00 - $173,450.00.
Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria
Work where life works for you — with flexible and remote options that fit your world.
Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5‑hour workweek.
A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real.
Get recognized for your work — annual merit increases and performance bonus.
A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution equal to 13%–17% of your base salary.
Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends.
Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave.
Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well‑being.
A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.
Altria is not eligible for sponsorship.
Altria is a Fortune 500 company that has a leading portfolio of products for U.S. adult tobacco and nicotine consumers 21+. Our vision is Moving Beyond Smoking™.
Altria celebrates the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment.
Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations, and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser‑Busch InBev and Cronos Group.
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Job Description: We are looking for a Manager, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting to join our Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting team. This role serves as a technical subject‑matter expert supporting enterprise initiatives, resolving complex accounting matters, advising senior leadership, and ensuring high‑quality SEC reporting. The role partners with senior leaders, finance teams, internal partners, and external auditors. It is an individual‑contributor position with no direct reports, requiring leadership through technical expertise, influence, and review of junior staff work.
What you will be doing:
Serve as a technical advisor and provide accounting guidance, interpretations, and strategic support to finance and business partners across the enterprise for complex transactions, providing clear, well‑supported recommendations to senior management.
Prepare high‑quality technical accounting memoranda supporting management conclusions and ensure consistent application of accounting policies.
Review and provide guidance on periodic SEC filings (Form 10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, etc.) prepared by team members, ensuring compliance with disclosure controls and procedures.
Partner closely with internal partners and external auditors on assigned technical accounting and reporting matters and coordinate assigned SEC filings and related disclosures.
Monitor SEC rule‑making, comment‑letter trends, and peer disclosures to support and continuously enhance accurate, compliant, and high‑quality external reporting.
Monitor new accounting standards, assess impacts, and advise on adoption and implementation across the organization.
Support strong internal controls and governance, including SOX coordination, and drive continuous improvement and scalability of technical accounting and external reporting processes.
We want you to have:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA required.
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in public accounting.
Experience preparing or reviewing SEC filings (Form 10‑K, 10‑Q) and researching, documenting, and supporting complex accounting positions.
Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and technical accounting, with the ability to research, analyze, apply professional judgment to complex or ambiguous issues and assess disclosure implications of business activities and transactions.
Proven ability to clearly document accounting conclusions, including drafting technical memoranda, and communicate technical topics to non‑technical audiences.
Proven ability in collaborating with external auditors and internal partners and lead others by reviewing work, giving feedback, and supporting junior staff growth.
Strong project management, prioritization, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet tight reporting deadlines.
Familiarity with financial reporting systems and SEC reporting tools (e.g., Workiva, Oracle FCCS) is a plus.
The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The salary range for this position is: $119,600.00 - $173,450.00.
Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria
Work where life works for you — with flexible and remote options that fit your world.
Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5‑hour workweek.
A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real.
Get recognized for your work — annual merit increases and performance bonus.
A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution equal to 13%–17% of your base salary.
Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends.
Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave.
Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well‑being.
A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.
Altria is not eligible for sponsorship.
Altria is a Fortune 500 company that has a leading portfolio of products for U.S. adult tobacco and nicotine consumers 21+. Our vision is Moving Beyond Smoking™.
Altria celebrates the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment.
Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations, and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser‑Busch InBev and Cronos Group.
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