Manager - Financial Reporting

Department:

Accounting

We are Walker & Dunlop. We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities - where people live, work, shop, and play - to life. We are committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities. We believe seeking diverse talent and promoting the inclusion of all perspectives are more than moral imperatives - they are critical to our success and ability to innovate and grow.

Department Overview

Our Accounting department keeps the official books and records of the company, publishes financial statements and compliance documents, and provides analyses and tools to company leaders to make the best business decisions. The department is made up of several groups who work together to complete all accounting functions including Loan Accounting, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Financial Reporting, Corporate Taxes, Special Initiatives, and Financial Reporting & Analysis.

The Impact You Will Have

The financial reporting manager partners with the Manager

• Financial Reporting, VP - Assistant Controller & Head of Financial Reporting, and Financial Reporting Team to manage, coordinate, administer, control, and assist where needed the external financial reporting processes

Primary Responsibilities

• Manages and executes initiatives in ensuring external reporting compliance with U.S generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) for the parent company and, as needed, affiliate and subsidiary companies, including:

• SEC filings on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K

• Providing support for financial statement disclosures

• Manage the entire employee benefit plan audit and financial statement process

• Review and/or prepare, as needed, subsidiary and affiliate company financial statements

• Other reports as required

• Coordinates tasks and projects in conjunction with financial reporting team to ensure compliance with documented financial reporting controls and maintain related process documentation as necessary.

• Review reporting and analysis prepared by financial reporting team.

• Assist as needed with the preparation of financial reports for internal analysis by various constituents, including Executive Management.

• Proactively monitor, research, and report on developing accounting topics and specific company transactions and the preparation of the related accounting policies and disclosures.

• Establish strong working relationships with SVP - Investor Relations and Accounting Operations leadership.

• Review and/or perform reporting tasks and controls to validate and ensure the integrity of all financial reporting systems, processes, and data.

• Collaborate with Company auditors to resolve audit requests and financial reporting questions.

• Oversee the preparation of various compliance reports, including debt covenant compliance.

• Support Financial Reporting team with special projects as needed.

• Engages in other duties as assigned.

• Partner with the Manager

• Financial Reporting to oversee certain groups within the financial reporting team. Responsible for overseeing many of the day-to-day activities, developing, and mentoring staff, including staffing, performance reviews, salary recommendations, promotions, and terminations.

• Partner with the Manager

• Financial Reporting and VP - Assistant Controller & Head of Financial Reporting to develop, recommend, and maintain accounting and reporting processes and support compliance with company policies, SOX 404 control framework and applicable accounting and SEC guidance.

• Collaborate with and support the Manager

• Financial Reporting and VP - Assistant Controller & Head of Financial Reporting in resolving complex accounting issues and executing other accounting policy initiatives.

• Identify areas for process improvement and suggest and implement process improvements.

Education and Experience

• BS/BA in accounting or finance strongly preferred. CPA required.

• The position requires a solid knowledge of GAAP.

• 4 to 5 years of Big 4 public accounting experience with a focus on SEC reporting required. Financial services experience a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Energetic, flexible team player with the ability to adapt in a changing environment.

• Must have strong accounting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience with and/or ability to research accounting issues, conclude on the appropriate treatment, and concisely document such conclusions and rationale for the conclusion.

• Requires strong communication skills, written and oral, through various levels of the organization.

• Strong time management, organizational, and project management skills.

• Demonstrated strong people management, development, and delegation skills.

• Detail-oriented, works effectively and efficiently.

• Excellent business judgment and strong problem-solving skills.

• Strong Microsoft Excel and competent Microsoft Word skills.

• Proficiency in Alteryx a plus.

• Takes initiative, maintains an ownership approach to problem-solving, committed to ensuring accounting best practices are in place, identifies and develops solutions for additional efficiency, and regularly goes above and beyond role.

• Ability to meet key deadlines and push forward multiple competing priorities.

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What We Offer

• The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazine's Great Places to Work winners from 2015-2023

• Comprehensive benefit options* that have earned Walker & Dunlop the silver level of the 2022 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation, some of which include:

• Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions

• Competitive dental and vision benefits

• 401(k) + match

• Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits

• A robust health and wellness program - earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that

promote health, engagement, and balance

• Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs

• Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance

• Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with employee resource groups organizing activities and providing a space for open communication

• Career development opportunities

• Empowerment and encouragement to give back - volunteer hours and donation matching

• Eligibility may vary based on average number of hours worked

EEO Statement

We are committed to equity in all steps of the recruitment and employment experience. We believe in equal access to opportunities in our workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on any characteristic protected by applicable law, such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, and genetic information. We strive to be a safe place to ask questions, build professional relationships, and develop careers.

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