SEC Reporting Manager at GXO Logistics

Logistics at full potential. 

At GXO, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

We are looking for an initiative-taking and detail-oriented SEC Reporting Manager to join our Accounting and Finance team. This person will be part of the SEC Reporting team, which owns our external reporting processes. This position will report to the Director, External Reporting and is crucial in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial statements.

Pay, benefits and more. 

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability, and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.  

What you’ll do on a typical day: 

• SEC Filings: Lead the preparation and timely filing of all external financial reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and other required government filings. This involves drafting financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A sections. You will coordinate the review process with internal teams, external auditors, and legal counsel.
• Earnings Materials: Support the review and tie out all financial information within the quarterly Shareholders’ deliverables, investor materials, debt covenant calculations, statutory financial documents, and any other financial info in the earnings release documents to support the earnings call and additional needs of the Investor Relations team.
• Reporting and Disclosure Research: Support the research around our complex accounting issues for significant transactions to ensure all significant and unusual transactions are properly reported and disclosed in our filings.
• Accounting memos: Prepare various technical accounting memos and analyses, including impairment of assets, derivatives, issuance of debt, etc.
• Internal Controls and SOX: Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting to ensure compliance with the SOX. Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors during quarterly reviews and the annual audit, helping to manage the audit process and fulfill information requests.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with various teams, including FP&A, Legal, Tax, and Investor Relations, to provide accounting guidance and ensure consistent financial reporting.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to the financial reporting process to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness. This includes leveraging financial reporting software like Workiva or similar platforms.

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in financial reporting, external audit, and/or accounting at a public company.
• CPA license.
• Deep and current knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and SOX compliance. Experience with financial reporting software (e.g., Workiva), ORACLE/HFM, and automation tools is a significant plus.
• Exceptional diligence, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• A passion for developing and sharing knowledge around critical reporting areas to the business.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex accounting and reporting concepts for a non-technical audience.
• Absolute discretion and confidentiality regarding sensitive information.

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer including Disabled/Veterans.

GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.