External Reporting Specialist

Overview

The Individual Contributor Expert is a senior subject matter expert who delivers complex SEC reporting, technical accounting and financial statement analysis without people management responsibilities. The role brings deep expertise to the most complex disclosure and accounting topics, serves as a key resource for the team and cross-functional partners, and improves the quality, consistency and efficiency of the external reporting process.

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our 16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

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Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and review the more complex sections of Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K, including footnotes, MD&A and other disclosures
• Draft and maintain disclosure language for areas such as stock compensation, pension, EPS, leases, revenue and business combinations
• Ensure all disclosures are supported by accurate, well-documented tie-outs and source data
• Perform a final quality review of filings before they are shared with senior leadership and the auditors
  
  

Financial Statement Analysis

• Analyze the consolidated balance sheet, income statement and cash flow statement, including period-over-period fluctuations and key trends
• Prepare clear commentary and analysis on financial results for presentation to management
• Identify unusual movements and emerging risks, and follow up with business and accounting teams to explain the drivers
  
  

Technical Accounting and Research

• Research complex US GAAP and SEC reporting questions, reach well-supported conclusions and document them in clear position papers and memos
• Assess the impact of new accounting standards and SEC rules (for example ASU 2024-03 on expense disaggregation) and lead readiness for disclosure changes
• Support non-GAAP compliance, including reconciliations, benchmarking and disclosure language under Regulation G and Item 10(e)
• Partner with the US GAAP Policies function on policy interpretation and related adjustments
  
  

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Serve as the subject matter contact for reporting and disclosure questions
• Support analyses for senior finance leaders
• Provide technical input to SOX and disclosure controls documentation
  
  

Audit Support

• Respond to external auditor requests and review comments on complex topics
• Prepare supporting analyses and walk auditors through technical positions
  
  

Process Improvement and Automation

• Design and build reusable templates, checklists and review tools to improve accuracy and speed
• Lead the use of Vena, DataSnipper, Adobe Pro and AI-based tools for tie-outs, commentary and recurring analyses
• Document processes and best practices so that knowledge is shared across the team rather than dependent on individuals
  
  

Knowledge Sharing and Mentoring

• Coach and train team members on technical topics and filing mechanics, without formal line management
• Contribute to team learning sessions on new standards and recurring review findings
• Provide backup coverage for critical reporting tasks
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications

• CA, CPA or equivalent qualification
• 7 to 10 years of experience in accounting and financial reporting, with strong SEC reporting exposure
• Background in Big 4 audit or a multinational public company preferred
• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP and SEC rules, with hands-on experience in 10-K and 10-Q preparation
• Experience in financial statement analysis and preparing commentary for management
• Demonstrated experience writing technical accounting memos and disclosure language
• Proficiency in Excel and reporting or consolidation tools; familiarity with EDGAR and XBRL preferred
  
  

Skills And Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge and sound judgment on ambiguous accounting and disclosure questions
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to turn financial data into clear insights for management
• Clear and concise writing, with the ability to explain complex topics to non-accounting audiences
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deliverables against tight filing deadlines
• Ability to influence across teams and time zones without formal authority
• Integrity and discretion in handling material non-public information
• Curiosity and drive to improve processes through automation
  
  

How Success Is Measured

• Accurate and timely filings, with minimal review comments and no restatement risk
• Quality of technical memos and speed in resolving reporting questions
• Quality and usefulness of financial statement analysis presented to management
• Adoption of automation and process improvements that reduce cycle time
• Feedback from auditors, partners and team members on reliability and expertise
  
  

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