Director of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting

The Kestra team has over 400 years of experience in the external and internal cardiac medical device markets. The company was founded in 2014 by industry leaders inspired by the opportunity to unite modern wearable technologies with proven device therapies. Kestra’s solutions combine high quality and technical performance with a wearable design that provides the greatest regard for patient comfort and dignity. Innovating versatile new ways to deliver care, Kestra is helping patients and their care teams harmoniously monitor, manage, and protect life.

This position is responsible for all SEC reporting including preparation of SEC compliant financial statements and related filings, technical accounting and analysis, establishment and documentation of accounting policies. This position will report direct to the Vice President of Finance.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Oversee the preparation and submission of quarterly and annual SEC filings, including forms like 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K.
• Research and document technical accounting issues, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations
• Prepare the consolidated financial statements and footnote disclosures on a quarterly and annual basis, as necessary, under public company accounting standards and establish related controls
• Be an integral player in the drafting of MD&A and assist in preparation of quarterly earnings release and related schedules.
• Work closely with legal teams, auditors, and other departments to ensure accurate reporting
• Oversee Disclosure Controls and Chair the Disclosure Control Committee.
• Keep current with SEC and Financial Accounting Standards Board issues and interpretations, and suggest enhanced disclosures, when applicable.
• Successfully file 10-Q/Ks in DFIN Active Disclosure, ensuring both accurate and timely submissions.
• Oversee the preparation of the annual proxy statement and all Section 16 filings.
• Support the preparation of communications with investors and the board of directors.
• Monitor developments at SEC and FASB for potential impacts on accounting or disclosure, educate business on potential impacts, and partner with development of any necessary system developments or process improvements
• Manage equity incentive plans and stock-based compensation accounting
• Oversee equity accounting and reporting including calculations for weighted average shares outstanding, diluted shares, EPS and stock-based compensation expense.

COMPETENCIES

• Self-starter, seek new and better methods, and work with minimum supervision
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.
• Demonstrates expertise in industry best practices
• Ability to collaborate within a Team environment and across functions
• Capability to discern relevant facts and in turn, effectively resolve issues by making good decisions (compliance, quality, integrity, ethics, and critical thinking ability)
• Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced goal-oriented environment
• Demonstrates the understanding of deadlines and time limits and ability to accomplish goals

Education/Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 15+ years accounting experience in the Big 4 and industry, including public company experience.
• CPA required
• Exceptional technical accounting background with a thorough knowledge of US GAAP
• Experience preparing technical position papers that document policies in a concise and comprehensive manner
• Experience with XBRL, HTML, financial reporting tools, and key accounting and reporting tools
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and proficiency with Excel

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Experience within the Healthcare and Medical Device industries
• Experience with high growth public companies in health care industry

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Indoor open office environment or remote
• Minimal noise volume typical to an office environment
• Extended hours when needed
• Kestra manufactures and provides life-saving products regulated by the Federal Food and Drug Administration and under contract with Medicare.  Kestra maintains a drug free workplace and testing is a condition of employment, post-offer.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequent repetitive motions that may include wrists, hands and/or fingers, such as keyboard and mouse usage
• Frequent stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time
• Frequent computer use
• Frequent phone and other business machine use
• Occasional lifting required, up to 25 pounds

TRAVEL

• Occasional travel, domestic and international, may be required, less than 5%

OTHER DUTIES:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Kestra offers a very competitive benefit package including Medical, Dental, 401K with Match, etc.

Pay equity is an important part of Kestra’s Culture. Our compensation ranges are guided by national and local salary surveys and take into consideration experience level and internal equity. Each role is benchmarked based on the job description provided If your qualifications and/or experience level are outside of the posted position, we encourage you to apply as we are growing fast and roles that are coming soon may not be posted.

Salary: Annualized at $175,000-$200,000, plus bonus. Depending on experience and location.

Kestra Medical Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. Kestra Medical Technologies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, disability, physical or mental status or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time. Applicants must be eligible to work for any employer in the U.S.

Kestra manufactures and provides life-saving products regulated by the Federal Food and Drug Administration and under contract with Medicare.  Kestra maintains a drug free workplace and testing is a condition of employment.