Director, SEC Reporting/SOX

At Aspiration, we created the category of sustainable, socially responsible retail consumer finance. We offer unique financial products to let people save, spend, and invest their money in ways that make them more financially secure and align with their personal values. Unlike other financial institutions, Aspiration is committed to building a relationship with our customers based on trust and aligning the customer’s success with our own. Aspiration has raised over $250M in funding to date, and is growing quickly.
Aspiration Values Action: We take initiative. We are doers, not bystanders. Boldness: We don’t tinker, we transform. Customer-Centered: Our customers are at the core of our business. Delivering for them is our North Star. Diligence & Dedication: We do what we say we’re going to do, when we say we’re going to do it. Entrepreneurial: Act like an entrepreneur not an employee, generate results for the company and customers everyday.

What You'll Do

• Work with third-party consultants to update the Company’s SOX compliance documentation including control matrices, process narratives, and key control tests.  
• Evaluate the adequacy of key controls and related documentation and provide recommendations were areas of improvement exist.
• Perform follow-up on the status of outstanding deficiencies and assisting control owners in the design and implementation of process and control improvements.
• Provide training to management and finance in areas of controls, policies and procedures and SOX compliance.
• Designing, documenting, and testing internal controls.
• Drive remediation efforts for any identified deficiencies.
• Review business processes to identify opportunities for process or system simplification.
• Proactively provide risk/controls consulting in situations where new systems/processes are being implemented and which involve significant risks.
• Maintain a current knowledge base of audit industry practices and ensure best practices are always considered
• Perform all assigned duties in a manner that reflects the highest professional standards. 
• Oversee the Company’s external financial reporting process, including SEC reporting compliance (Form 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) quarterly and annual reporting
• Participate in the Company’s audit committee meetings
• Oversee the preparation and review of quarterly financial statements 
• Ensure compliance with all SEC and GAAP disclosure requirements
• Ensure the proper implementation of new accounting pronouncements into financial statements
• Oversee compliance and review of the XBLR process
• Assist with the internal and external stakeholder review of the reporting deliverables
• Support the annual audit and quarterly review activities with external auditors

What You'll Bring

• 10+ years experience in Auditing or SOX with significant experience in the execution of field work of SOX audit 
• 5+ years technical accounting and SEC reporting experience 
• Manager level experience with Big 4/Mid-tier accounting firm preferred
• Strong understanding of risks and controls for Business and ITGC Processes
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preferred
• Financial services/Fin Tech experience a plus
• Robust understanding of US GAAP and accounting principles
• Strong project management skills and ability to effectively prioritize work in a high-growth environment 
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Prior experience with an ERP system preferred 
• Proficient in MS Office
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Driven to learn fast, be creative, and win as a team
• Able to handle confidential information in a discreet, professional manner

What You'll Get

• Work for a mission-driven company with a goal of transforming the lives of millions by building a better, values-oriented financial firm
• Competitive salary and equity incentives
• Robust healthcare plans, 401K and unlimited vacation time
• Diverse & inclusive culture

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