What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Financial Reporting Analyst - Fully Remote! position at KinderCare Learning Companies?
Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it’s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.
At KinderCare Learning Companies, you’ll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we’re all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.
As a Senior Financial Reporting Analyst, you will serve as a technical leader in external financial reporting, leveraging deep expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and public company reporting requirements. You will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of our quarterly and annual filings, while partnering cross-functionally to deliver clear, compliant, and decision-useful financial information.
This role leads all aspects of preparing Forms 10-Q and 10-K according to U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. It also includes drafting and reviewing financial statement disclosures, maintaining organized supporting documentation, and managing the reporting calendar to ensure all filing deadlines are met accurately.
Responsibilities:
KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
Job Posting End Date : 2026-06-04
At KinderCare Learning Companies, you’ll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we’re all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.
As a Senior Financial Reporting Analyst, you will serve as a technical leader in external financial reporting, leveraging deep expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and public company reporting requirements. You will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of our quarterly and annual filings, while partnering cross-functionally to deliver clear, compliant, and decision-useful financial information.
This role leads all aspects of preparing Forms 10-Q and 10-K according to U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. It also includes drafting and reviewing financial statement disclosures, maintaining organized supporting documentation, and managing the reporting calendar to ensure all filing deadlines are met accurately.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the preparation of financial statements for each quarter and year, including footnotes and supporting documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Draft and coordinate Forms 10-Q and 10-K in full compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements, including oversight of XBRL tagging
- Prepare MD&A disclosures with clear, insightful variance and fluctuation analysis
- Deliver executive-ready presentations of financial results and key insights to senior leadership and the Audit Committee
- Manage the financial reporting calendar, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure timely close, review, and SEC filings
- Collaborate with external auditors and valuation specialists to support accounting positions during quarterly reviews and annual audits
- Research and assess new accounting standards and disclosure requirements; communicate technical implications to management
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting, partnering with Internal Audit on SOX compliance activities
- Work closely with finance, tax, corporate accounting, investor relations, and legal teams on accounting and disclosure matters
- Provide peer review and mentorship to promote accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Deep technical expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and financial statement presentation, with strong research and disclosure drafting capabilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex accounting matters to stakeholders
- Advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe; Active Disclosure experience a plus
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced public company environment
- High integrity, strong organizational skills, and outstanding attention to detail
- CPA designation required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in public accounting and/or financial reporting
- Big 4 experience preferred
- Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.
- Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
- Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
- Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
- … and much more.
KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
Job Posting End Date : 2026-06-04