The future of aerospace and defense starts here.
Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.
The Senior Manager of SEC Reporting will own Ursa Major’s external reporting function and serve as the principal owner of all SEC filings. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, this role will be responsible for leading the preparation, review, and timely filing of all periodic and current reports, and for maturing our reporting processes, controls, and supporting systems as the company grows.
This role is both strategic and hands‑on: you will design and implement best‑in‑class reporting practices while rolling up your sleeves to lead the drafting, coordination, and review of all SEC filings. You will collaborate closely with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, Investor Relations, and other business leaders to ensure accurate, compliant, and insightful external reporting.
Key Responsibilities
SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting
- Lead the end‑to‑end preparation, review, and filing of all SEC reports (10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, and other required documents).
- Own the drafting of MD&A, financial statement footnotes, and other narrative disclosures, ensuring clarity, consistency, and compliance with SEC and U.S. GAAP requirements.
- Coordinate XBRL tagging and review for all SEC filings.
- Monitor and interpret new and evolving accounting standards (U.S. GAAP) and SEC regulations; assess their impact on the company and drive implementation.
- Partner with the technical accounting team to research complex transactions and ensure appropriate accounting and disclosure (e.g., revenue recognition, stock‑based compensation, debt/equity instruments, business combinations).
Process Maturity & Internal Controls
- Design, refine, and document standardized processes and calendars for quarterly and annual reporting cycles, emphasizing efficiency, accuracy, and clear ownership.
- Enhance and maintain robust internal controls over financial reporting related to SEC filings, including review checklists, disclosure controls, and key control activities.
- Implement best practices and technology tools (e.g., disclosure management software) to streamline drafting, collaboration, version control, and review workflows.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to shorten close timelines, reduce errors, and elevate the quality of external disclosures.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with FP&A to ensure consistency between external reporting, board materials, and internal performance metrics and forecasts.
- Partner with Legal and Investor Relations on disclosure strategy, earnings materials, and alignment of SEC filings with public communications.
- Liaise with external auditors on quarterly reviews and annual audits, managing the reporting-related audit requests and resolving issues promptly.
- Support the Corporate Controller and CFO with ad‑hoc analyses, board and audit committee materials, and investor‑related requests.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
- CPA certification
- 7–10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting, including significant SEC reporting experience at a public company and/or Big 4 public accounting
- Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC rules and regulations, and external reporting requirements
- Experience leading the preparation of 10‑K/10‑Q filings and related disclosures
- Strong technical accounting skills and experience evaluating complex transactions and their disclosure implications.
- Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex accounting and business matters into clear, concise disclosures.
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with various ERPs
- Strong project management skills; able to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders in a fast‑paced environment.
Desired Experience:
- Proven track record building or maturing reporting processes, controls, and systems in a growing organization.
- Experience with SEC/disclosure management software (e.g., Workiva)
- Manufacturing and/or Aerospace & Defense industry experience
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $167,000 - $207,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.
Classification: Full-time Exempt
Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)
- Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
- Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
- Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
- Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
- EAP Program
- Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match
- Equity Grants in the Company
How To Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- CPA certification
- 7–10+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience
- Significant SEC reporting experience at a public company and/or Big 4 public accounting firm
- Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC rules and regulations, and external reporting requirements
- Experience leading preparation of 10-K and 10-Q filings and related disclosures
- Strong technical accounting skills and experience evaluating complex transactions and disclosure implications
- Excellent written communication skills for translating complex accounting and business matters into clear disclosures
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with various ERP systems
- Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders
- Experience building or maturing reporting processes, controls, and systems in a growing organization
- Experience with SEC or disclosure management software such as Workiva
- Manufacturing and/or aerospace and defense industry experience
- Must be a U.S. Person, including U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance
What the Team is Saying
Ursa Major Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is characterized by unlimited PTO covering vacation, sick, personal, and bereavement, augmented by paid parental/adoptive leave and two company‑wide weeklong breaks. Company materials and third‑party benefits pages consistently highlight this breadth as a standout element.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans plus employer‑paid short‑term disability, life insurance, and AD&D, with EAP and HSA/FSA noted on some postings. External benefits snapshots point to strong perceived coverage quality.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Ownership is offered through stock options/equity grants alongside competitive pay. Third‑party employer listings repeatedly include equity as part of the standard package, signaling broad accessibility.
Ursa Major Insights
What We Do
Ursa Major was founded to address a critical shortfall in the U.S. industrial base and bring a new model to aerospace and defense systems: we design and manufacture the world’s leading propulsion systems for space, hypersonic applications, and missile systems. Our products and technologies require an extraordinary team – a team that will mold tomorrow’s technologies while deploying today’s best. We are an intrinsically motivated team that has a passion for solving problems and empowering each other every day to develop our skills, knowing that there is always room for growth.
Why Work With Us
We believe that each unique team member fuels the creativity necessary to build the world’s best propulsion systems. This is realized as a deeply held commitment to celebrating individuality, hiring talent across all backgrounds and experiences, building a culture of inclusion, and constantly challenging ourselves to improve.
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