Technical Accounting Manager, SEC Reporting

Full Timesenior

Garden Grove, CAPosted 6 weeks ago

Role Overview

Harbingermotors is hiring a senior-level Technical Accounting Manager, SEC Reporting. This is a full-time role in Garden Grove. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

About Harbinger

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.

We are seeking a Technical Accounting Manager, SEC Reporting to help build the foundation for external reporting, technical accounting, and financial transparency. This role will work closely with executive leadership, external auditors, and legal counsel to ensure Harbinger meets the highest standards of financial reporting and compliance.

What You’ll Do

Assist in drafting Form S-1, including financial statements, MD&A, and disclosures
Build scalable SEC reporting processes, calendars, and controls
Partner with legal, investor relations, and external advisors

Own External Financial Reporting

Prepare and review SEC filings, including:

Form 10-K
Form 10-Q
8-K
Earnings releases and investor materials

Ensure financial statements comply with U.S. GAAP and SEC disclosure requirements
Coordinate the preparation of footnotes, technical accounting memos, and disclosure checklists

Partner with Auditors & Advisors

Serve as a primary contact for external auditors and technical accounting advisors
Support quarterly reviews and annual audits
Assist with complex accounting areas and disclosure matters

Technical Accounting & Policy Development

Research and document technical accounting issues
Draft accounting memos related to new or complex transactions
Assist in implementing accounting standards and SEC reporting policies

Strengthen Internal Controls

Support development of SOX-ready processes and documentation
Assist with establishing internal controls over financial reporting
Collaborate with accounting and finance teams to improve reporting workflows

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

5–8+ years of experience in accounting or financial reporting
Big Four public accounting experience strongly preferred
Experience with SEC reporting and public company filings
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC disclosure requirements
Experience preparing or reviewing 10-K and 10-Q filings

Highly Preferred

Experience supporting or participating in an IPO process
Experience with S-1 preparation
Experience working with high-growth companies or public company readiness
Experience with financial reporting systems

What Makes You Successful in This Role

Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and transparency
Comfortable working in a fast-moving, startup environment
Ability to translate complex accounting topics into clear disclosures
Strong cross-functional communication with legal, finance, and executive leadership
Ownership mentality and ability to build processes from scratch

Key Benefits & Perks:

Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
Early-stage Stock Options
Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
Annual Vacation Bonus
Wellness & Fertility Benefits
Cell Phone Stipend
Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens

California Pay Range

$140,000—$180,000 USD

Equal Opportunity

Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Harbinger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at info@harbingermotors.com.

Candidate Data Privacy

Harbinger may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Harbinger may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Harbinger may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our HR, legal, and finance teams, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Harbinger affiliates; and (iii) Harbinger’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Harbinger may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.

Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted in response to our job posting shall be considered the property of Harbinger and are not subject to payment of referral or placement fees if any such candidate is later hired by Harbinger unless you have a signed written agreement in place with us which covers the applicable job posting.

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Where is the Technical Accounting Manager, SEC Reporting position at Harbingermotors located?

This position is based in Garden Grove. Harbingermotors has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Technical Accounting Manager, SEC Reporting at Harbingermotors earn?

Harbingermotors has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Technical Accounting Manager, SEC Reporting role at Harbingermotors posted?

This role was posted on May 27, 2026 (45 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Technical Accounting Manager, SEC Reporting role at Harbingermotors require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Harbingermotors lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.