Sr. Manager Financial Reporting

Senior Manager, Financial Reporting

Job Description

CoStar Group Company Intro:

CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.

We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers.

We’ve continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors.

We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.

CoStar Group is looking for a Senior Manager of Financial Reporting to be a key member of its Corporate Controllers Organization. The Senior Manager will be responsible for leading the company’s external financial reporting function, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations, and driving continuous improvement in reporting processes and team development.

Additionally, this role will be responsible for building and scaling a high-performing team. We are focused on hiring individuals who possess a combination of strong leadership and technical skills and have a passion for being innovative and delivering exceptional ideas and service to our stakeholders.

This position is located in Arlington, VA and requires being in the office 5 days a week.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and filing of SEC reports, including Forms 10-Q and 10-K, and contribute to 8-K and Proxy Statement filings, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC rules.
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements and related disclosures for press releases, audit committee communications, and investor materials.
• Manage and scale the financial reporting team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, Investor Relations, and external auditors to ensure accurate and timely financial disclosures.
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions and ensure proper documentation and compliance.
• Support M&A activities by contributing to purchase accounting, financial reporting integration, and disclosure requirements.
• Monitor and implement new accounting standards and SEC regulations, ensuring timely adoption and disclosure.
• Lead internal training on financial reporting and accounting updates.
• Ensure strong internal controls over financial reporting and support SOX compliance efforts.
• Participate in internal and external audits and support month-end and quarter-end close processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• CPA designation required.
• 10+ years of experience, including Big 4 public accounting and financial reporting roles at large public companies.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and technical accounting standards (e.g., ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 805).
• Proven experience building and leading high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

What’s in it for you?

• Generous compensation and performance-based incentives
• Internal training, tuition reimbursement, and inter-office exchange program
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life, legal, and supplementary insurance
• Mental health counseling services
• Commuter and parking benefits
• 401(K) with matching contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off
• On-site or reimbursed fitness center access
• DEI Employee Resource Groups
• Complimentary gourmet beverages

CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.