Director, SEC & Financial Reporting

The Director of SEC & Financial Reporting at MicroStrategy is primarily responsible for leading the preparation and timely filing of SEC documents, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K. This role also involves overseeing the company's consolidated financial statements to ensure they comply with U.S. GAAP standards, maintaining compliance with all relevant accounting regulations, providing technical accounting guidance, and collaborating with various departments to ensure accurate financial reporting.

To qualify for the Director of SEC & Financial Reporting at MicroStrategy, candidates should have over 10 years of experience in SEC reporting and financial reporting for a public company. An active CPA license is required, and candidates with prior Big 4 experience are preferred. A bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is essential, with an advanced degree like an MBA being a plus. Strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in MS Office are also necessary.

The Director of SEC & Financial Reporting at MicroStrategy will manage and mentor a dedicated team of accounting and finance professionals. This leadership role emphasizes fostering a collaborative culture that encourages professional growth and continuous improvement while ensuring that the team's output aligns with the company's high standards for financial reporting and compliance.

At MicroStrategy, the work environment is dynamic and innovative. As a Director of SEC & Financial Reporting, you will be working closely with a talented team in an office located in Tysons Corner, VA, for four days a week. The culture is built on curiosity, agility, and impact, providing ample opportunities for collaboration on strategic initiatives with senior leadership and fostering an atmosphere where everyone's contributions are valued.

The Director of SEC & Financial Reporting plays a crucial role in shaping MicroStrategy's financial strategy and reporting practices. By ensuring compliance with SEC regulations, U.S. GAAP, and providing strategic accounting guidance, this position directly influences the precision of financial reporting and strategic decision-making within the company, ultimately impacting our market position and investor relations.

When answering this question, detail specific examples from your past positions where you prepared or reviewed SEC filings. Highlight your familiarity with Form 10-K and 10-Q, as well as the processes you followed to ensure accuracy and compliance, showcasing any specific challenges you faced and how you overcame them.

Explain your systematic approach to staying updated with U.S. GAAP standards. Highlight your experience in implementing new accounting standards and how you collaborate with team members to ensure everyone's understanding of compliance requirements in their respective tasks.

Discuss your leadership style, emphasizing how you promote a culture of learning and growth within your team. Share specific strategies such as mentoring sessions, performance reviews, and team-building exercises that have resulted in improved team dynamics and productivity.

Describe your problem-solving process step-by-step. Emphasize the importance of timely communication with your team and stakeholders, assessing the issue's nature, determining its impact, and executing a correction plan while ensuring that regulatory timelines are met.

Talk about the resources you utilize, such as professional associations, webinars, publications, or networks within the finance community that keep you informed about changes in SEC regulations and accounting standards. Mention how you apply this knowledge to implement best practices in your work.

Share a specific initiative or project where your financial reporting expertise was crucial. Highlight your role, the challenges faced, the strategies implemented, and the tangible results achieved, emphasizing how it contributed to long-term company goals.

Outline your strategy for simplifying complex financial data. Discuss how you tailor your communication style based on your audience, employ visual aids, and focus on key takeaways that resonate with non-financial stakeholders.

Explain your time management techniques, including prioritization, creating detailed project timelines, and using collaboration tools to track progress. Highlight any past successes in meeting multiple deadlines without compromising on quality.

Discuss your familiarity with XBRL tagging requirements and the specific SEC filing software you have experience with. Highlight any relevant projects where you directly applied these skills and the outcomes achieved.

Demonstrate your knowledge of MicroStrategy’s innovative position in the market and its commitment to data-driven decision-making. Express your enthusiasm for contributing to a forward-thinking organization and how your skills align with their mission and values.