Senior Manager, SEC Reporting

The posting, as Ursa Major wrote it

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

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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

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.

NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.

Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents).

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

No outside recruiters, please.