Financial Reporting Manager (Hybrid)

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

The Financial Reporting Manager supports First American’s Corporate Accounting team by leading accounting for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and complex technical accounting matters. This role is responsible for technical accounting analysis, purchase accounting, carve out and asset sale accounting, consolidation assessments, and financial reporting research in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. In addition, the role assists with month end and quarter end close activities, as assigned, and works closely with Corporate Development (M&A), Legal, Tax, the SEC team, and auditors to deliver accurate, timely, and audit defensible accounting conclusions.

What You’ll Do:

M&A, Transactions & Purchase Accounting

• Lead accounting for mergers, acquisitions, asset purchases, divestitures, and business combinations from signed LOI through post‑close integration
• Prepare and review purchase accounting, including:
  • Identification and valuation support for acquired assets and assumed liabilities
  • Goodwill and intangible asset recognition
  • Measurement period adjustments
• Support carve‑out financial statements and asset sale transactions, including working capital analyses, post close true up.
• Partner with M&A teams on pre‑close accounting considerations, deal structuring implications, and closing mechanics

Technical Accounting & Policy

• Research, analyze, and document complex accounting matters under U.S. GAAP (ASC 805, 810, 606, 842, 350, 360, CECL etc.)
• Prepare high‑quality technical accounting memos (“white papers”) that are audit‑ready and SEC‑defensible
• Lead accounting conclusions for consolidation, VIE, joint ventures, and equity investments
• Develop, update, and maintain corporate accounting policies and ensure consistent application across entities

Financial Reporting & Audit Support

• Support quarterly and annual financial reporting, including Form 10‑K and 10‑Q disclosures related to M&A, impairments, investments, and significant accounting judgments
• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors on complex accounting matters
• Proactively identify reporting risks and ensure appropriate documentation and controls are in place

Cross‑Functional Leadership & Process Improvement

• Provide guidance to GL and operational accounting teams on transaction‑related entries and accounting treatments
• Identify opportunities to improve close processes, documentation standards, and use of technology/automation
• Mentor and review work prepared by senior and staff accountants

What You’ll Bring:

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.

Pay Range: $112,400.00 - $149,800.00 Annually

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.