Senior Level Reporting Analyst Jobs

At National Vision we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible. National Vision is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States, with over 1,200 stores. We operate four retail brands: America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Eyeglass World, and Vista Optical inside select Fred Meyer stores and on select military bases. We offer an innovative culture where training is a priority, hard work is praised, and career growth is a reality.

We are hiring for a Senior Manager, SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting to join our growing team!

Leads technical accounting, SEC reporting, financial reporting, including preparation and review of financial statements and disclosures, technical accounting research, implementation of new accounting guidance, and development of audit-defensible accounting conclusions. Serves as a senior subject matter expert and cross-functional leader, partnering with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, Treasury, Tax, Internal Audit, external auditors, and executive leadership to support timely, accurate, and compliant reporting.

What Would You Do? The Specifics.

• Leads the preparation and review of the Company’s consolidated annual and quarterly financial statements, SEC disclosures, and monthly management reporting, including oversight of key analyses, disclosure support, and reporting quality.
• Leads analysis of complex, judgmental, and non-routine accounting matters, including preparation and review of technical accounting memoranda that document applicable guidance, management’s conclusions, and related disclosure implications.
• Monitors evolving U.S. GAAP, SEC rulemaking, and industry reporting practices; evaluates the impact on the Company; and leads implementation of accounting policy, disclosure, and process changes.
• Leads coordination with Accounting, Finance, Internal Audit, and external auditors to facilitate quarterly reviews, annual audits, audit committee deliverables, and timely resolution of complex audit and reporting matters.
• Partners with internal and external auditors to design, implement, document, and monitor key financial accounting and reporting controls that meet SOX requirements and support reliable external reporting.
• Identifies and leads improvements to reporting workpapers, close processes, business procedures, and related controls to increase efficiency, improve quality, reduce risk, and strengthen process ownership.
• Provides leadership over accounting and reporting technology used to support the general ledger, financial reporting, cloud-based computing tools, and automation of recurring reporting processes.
• Collaborates with Financial Systems, process owners, and third parties, as applicable, to enhance Oracle Cloud ERP reporting structure, data quality, and reporting outputs supporting external and management reporting needs.
• Drives the development and maintenance of accounting policies and position papers, ensuring consistent application, alignment with evolving U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements, and audit-defensible documentation for complex and judgmental areas.
• Serves as a key liaison to executive leadership and governance stakeholders, proactively communicating significant accounting matters, critical judgments, disclosure considerations, and recommended actions.

Work Experience

• 8+ years progressive experience in a national public accounting environment auditing SEC registrants, a financial reporting or technical accounting role at an SEC registrant, or a combination of the two; experience should include leadership over complex accounting matters, SEC reporting deliverables, cross-functional projects, and review or supervision of work performed by others. ((Required))

Education

• Four year college degree or equivalent experience. Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field. (Required)
• Master's Degree in accounting or related field. (Prefered)

Licenses, Certifications, Professional Affiliations

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Upon Hire ((Required))

Additional Skills

• Extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, disclosure controls, and SOX, with demonstrated ability to apply guidance to complex and judgmental matters. (Required)
• Proven track record of leading effectively in a dynamic, process-driven environment while balancing technical rigor, operational deadlines, and stakeholder expectations. (Required)
• Independently identifies, evaluates, and recommends solutions for complex accounting and reporting issues, escalating matters appropriately based on risk, judgment, and business impact. (Required)
• Communicates clearly and effectively with financial and non-financial stakeholders, including executive leadership, internal auditors, external auditors, consultants, supervisors, and corporate support teams. (Required)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, effective interpersonal skills, sound professional judgment, and strong attention to detail. (Required)
• Ability to serve in both hands-on and strategic capacities, taking ownership of deliverables while influencing process improvements and broader reporting initiatives. (Required)
• Ability to leverage multiple systems and data sources to reconcile information, analyze reporting outputs, and support scalable, controlled reporting processes. (Required)
• Assertively and concisely presents accounting conclusions, recommendations, and process improvement opportunities to supervisors, accounting executives, and cross-functional stakeholders. (Required)
• Demonstrated success leading multiple projects and priorities within tight timelines, connecting strategic objectives to tactical execution and ensuring timely completion of high-quality deliverables. (Required)
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to evaluate complex facts, interpret accounting guidance, analyze data, and resolve issues efficiently. (Required)
• Highly organized, proactive, and accountable, with strong follow-up skills and the ability to manage competing priorities while keeping stakeholders aligned. (Required)

Taking Care of our People!

We understand the importance of financial health and security, and because of that, we provide competitive compensation to all associates. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, 401k retirement savings with company match, flex spending account, paid personal time off, paid company holidays, parental leave, employee eyewear discount, and much, much more. At National Vision, we strive to deliver opportunities for professional growth and long-term career fulfillment. We provide training programs and access to educational courses and pride ourselves on the ever-increasing amount of promotions from within. #LI-SH1

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.