Search jobs now Find the right job type for you Create a job alert Explore how we help job seekers Contract talent Full-Time talent Learn how we work with you Executive search Finance and Accounting Technology Marketing and Creative Legal Administrative and Customer Support Technology Risk, Audit and Compliance Finance and Accounting Digital, Marketing and Customer Experience Legal Operations Human Resources 2027 Salary Guide Demand for Skilled Talent Report Job Market Outlook Press Room Tech insights Labor market overview AI in recruiting Navigating the AI era Staffing for small businesses Cost of a bad hire Browse jobs Find your next hire Our locations

Financial Reporting Director in Columbia, MO

Financial Reporting Director job description

The financial reporting director must have advanced knowledge and understanding of GAAP, SEC reporting requirements and financial statement analysis. Companies expect candidates for this job to have a CPA, a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business, and at least eight years of experience. Top candidates have experience in public accounting and SEC reporting. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and verbal, writing and interpersonal skills are crucial to the position, as is the ability to interact with all levels of corporate and divisional management.

Typical financial reporting director duties:

Preparing, analyzing and reviewing quarterly and annual financial statements, footnotes, and management discussion and analysisPerforming technical accounting research as required, including on accounting pronouncements, and meeting with divisional controllers on accounting and financial reporting issuesPreparing all GAAP and SEC financial reporting, including supporting documentsEnsuring compliance related to financial reporting and disclosure requirementsSupervising, training and mentoring staff with duties related to corporate accounting and reportingCommunicating regularly with management and business units

Looking for a financial reporting director or a financial reporting director job?

Request candidates now and a specialized recruiter will typically contact you within one business day to discuss your staffing needs and help you hire a financial reporting director.Search financial reporting director openings and apply now or submit your resume to be considered for opportunities that match your experience.
Auditing
Business and financial management software
Business intelligence
Business planning and forecasting
Data fluency and analytics
Data visualization platforms
Earnings per share
Financial management
Financial reporting
SQL
Salary for Financial Reporting Director in Columbia, MO

110273 - 158438

Low
110273
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.
Mid
137735
The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.
High
158438
The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.
Projected salaries for related positions Job title Low Mid High Chief Financial Officer 181675 230896 275681 Corporate Controller 130553 158438 182731 Divisional Controller 105414 138369 151044 Assistant Controller 80698 105203 121891 Plant Controller 106893 117455 128440 Financial Reporting Manager 95063 115976 136468 Financial Reporting Accountant 64009 73515 85556 Accounting Director 109639 142171 158649 Cost Accounting Manager 88725 98443 116610 Senior Cost Accountant 77740 83021 92950 Cost Accountant 65065 72670 81965 Accounting Manager 83021 97175 108583 Senior Accountant 68868 81754 94006 Revenue Accountant 67600 80275 91683 Staff Accountant 56615 64643 75628 Entry-Level Accountant 47109 53235 59150 Forensic Accountant 75416 94218 105836 Property Accountant 60629 69290 81331 SEC Financial Reporting Director 139636 154001 171958 SEC Financial Reporting Manager 105836 122525 141115 SEC Financial Reporting Analyst 77740 85768 99921 Regulatory Reporting Manager 90204 115765 129496 Senior Regulatory Reporting Accountant 70769 81965 92316 Regulatory Reporting Accountant 53024 62530 74571 Tax Preparer 35068 45419 50911 Accounting Specialist 38659 43518 46898

Explore more salaries

Looking to hire? Start here.

Access the skilled permanent and contract talent you need—from support roles to C-suite—with precision matching powered by Robert Half recruiters leveraging their experience combined together with our industry-leading AI technology. Hire talent

More to explore

2027 Salary Guide Explore the latest data for roles in 7 professional fields and know what you should pay or earn in local and national markets.
Demand for Skilled Talent Check out our Demand for Skilled Talent report to learn about employers’ hiring plans and needs.
Labor market overview Stay on top of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and job posting data to learn about today’s hiring market.
Pay and Compensation Highlights Dive deeper into salary and total compensation trends across a range of professional roles and industries.
What's inside the Salary Guide Learn how our salary benchmarks reflect accurate marketplace data through a rigorous, multistep verification process.
The salary benchmarks in the Salary Guide From Robert Half are the result of a rigorous, multistep process designed to reflect projected market trends for 2027. They are based on actual compensation for professionals Robert Half has placed nationwide, along with third-party job posting data from Textkernel that we use for independent validation. Learn more about our methodology.