Associate Director, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting

SHINE Technologies is seeking an Associate Director, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting to support SHINE’s technical accounting research, external financial reporting, and internal control activities as a public company. Reporting to the Sr. Director, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting, this position researches and documents the accounting for complex and non-routine transactions, prepares and reviews SEC filings, and helps ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC rules, and internal control requirements. The Associate Director serves as a key resource on technical accounting matters and partners cross-functionally with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, Tax, and external auditors to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting.

The base salary range for this position is $165,000 - $185,000 per year plus a comprehensive compensation package. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Associate Director, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting:

Technical Accounting Research & Policy

• Research, analyze, and document the accounting treatment for complex and non-routine transactions (e.g., revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, debt and equity instruments, stock-based compensation) under U.S. GAAP.

• Draft technical accounting memoranda and position papers supporting conclusions reached, and present findings to management and external auditors.

• Monitor emerging accounting standards and SEC rule changes; assess and communicate the impact on SHINE’s financial statements and disclosures.

• Assist in developing and updating accounting policies and procedures to reflect new standards and evolving business activities.

SEC Reporting

• Prepare and/or review periodic SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, and proxy statement disclosures, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with SEC and GAAP requirements.

• Coordinate the quarterly and annual close and external reporting timeline across Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and Investor Relations.

• Prepare footnote disclosures and supporting schedules, including review of XBRL tagging.

• Support the preparation of earnings releases and other investor communications, ensuring consistency with SEC filings.

Internal Controls & Audit Support

• Support the design, documentation, and testing of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) in accordance with SOX requirements.

• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors on technical accounting and reporting matters, coordinating requests and timelines.

• Identify and help remediate control deficiencies and recommend process improvements to strengthen the control environment.

• Participate in the evaluation of new systems, processes, or transactions for financial reporting and internal controls implications.

Cross-Functional Partnership & Leadership

• Partner with FP&A, Legal, Tax, Treasury, and business unit leaders to gather information necessary to support technical accounting conclusions and disclosures.

• Provide guidance and training to Accounting staff on technical accounting topics and SEC reporting requirements.

• Assist in mentoring and developing junior accounting team members.

• Support special projects, including M&A due diligence, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives.