Hybrid SEC Reporting Manager at Joby Aviation

Joby Overview:Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.Overview:

Joby Aviation is rapidly growing, and we’re seeking an experienced, detail-oriented SEC Reporting Manager to join our dynamic Finance and Accounting team. Reporting directly to the Head of Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting, this role offers high visibility with our Executive Leadership team. You will lead all SEC filings and related activities, playing a critical role in ensuring compliance and transparency for our public company reporting. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, complex environment and brings strong external reporting experience, ideally from a technology or innovative industry. This hybrid position is based in one of Joby’s California locations: San Carlos, Santa Cruz, or Marina.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and filing of external financial reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Proxy Statements, shareholder letters, earnings releases, and Forms 3, 4, and 5, ensuring compliance with SEC regulations and deadlines.
• Support the annual audit and quarterly review processes by preparing earnings per share (EPS) calculations, equity roll-forwards, and reviewing stock-based compensation expense.
• Oversee equity accounting and reporting from company systems, including ERP (D365) and equity administration platforms (Equity Edge Online).
• Maintain and update SOX compliance documentation for financial reporting processes, ensuring alignment with internal controls.
• Complete GAAP and SEC disclosure checklists, implement new accounting policies, and enhance internal control processes to support compliance.
• Monitor and analyze new accounting pronouncements (e.g., FASB, SEC) and assess their impact on Joby’s financial reporting.
• Support preparation of materials for the Audit Committee related to SEC filings or related topics.
• Develop, document, and implement new accounting policies and procedures to strengthen financial reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Conduct benchmarking of Joby’s disclosures against peer companies, presenting actionable insights to management.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently in a deadline-driven environment, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables.
• Lead ad hoc projects, including cross-functional initiatives to support financial reporting and strategic goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external auditors, technical accounting advisors, and cross-functional teams.
• Drive process improvement initiatives to streamline SEC reporting workflows, eliminate redundancies, and enhance efficiency.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Active CPA license 
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in SEC reporting at a publicly traded company or a combination of public company experience and Big 4 public accounting.
• Advanced proficiency with Workiva for SEC filings and reporting.
• Working knowledge of equity administration platforms, such as Equity Edge Online.
• Exceptional Microsoft Excel skills, including advanced functions, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Proven project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills, with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-growth environment with evolving priorities.

Desired:

• Exposure to technical accounting, such as relating to revenue recognition, lease accounting, business combinations, stock-based compensation etc
• Experience in the aviation, mobility, technology, or manufacturing industries.
• Familiarity with D365 or similar ERP systems.

 

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $99,700 - $133,000/yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

 

Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

Additional Information:

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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