SEC Reporting Manager (Fintech) Salary

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Market Trends

SEC reporting managers are highly sought after due to limited supply and the technical nature of the role. Many fintechs recruit directly from Big Four audit, offering higher cash and equity than traditional corporate roles.

Also Known As

SEC Reporting Manager, Manager, SEC Reporting, External Reporting Manager (SEC), Financial Reporting Manager (Public), Manager, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting

What Does a SEC Reporting Manager (Fintech) Do?

The SEC Reporting Manager (Fintech) operates within fintech companies, financial services firms, and corporate finance functions, building financial products, managing compliance, or driving operational growth. Professionals in this role typically bring 5 to 9 years of relevant experience. Classified at the Manager level, this position draws from a very tight candidate market with an estimated pool of 30-70 qualified professionals, making targeted sourcing and competitive compensation critical for successful placements.

What Drives SEC Reporting Manager (Fintech) Compensation?

The median (P50) compensation for a SEC Reporting Manager (Fintech) is $180,000, with the 25th to 75th percentile range spanning $155,000 to $205,000. Pay variation across this range is primarily driven by company stage and funding (startup vs. growth vs. public), regulatory complexity, geographic market, technical specialization (payments, lending, crypto, regtech), and equity compensation structure. Demand for this role is trending upward with 0.08% year-over-year growth, which is putting upward pressure on compensation at all levels.

SEC Reporting Manager (Fintech) Career Path

Professionals who move into SEC Reporting Manager (Fintech) roles most commonly come from traditional banking, management consulting, software engineering, regulatory bodies, or corporate finance at public companies. From this position, the typical trajectory leads toward C-suite positions at fintech firms, VP-level roles at larger financial institutions, or founding their own financial technology venture. The average tenure in this role is approximately 3.1 years, with an annual turnover rate of 22%.

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