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External Financial Reporting Manager Jobs in Rochester, MN

Completes financial reports: monthly, quarterly and annual reports, including but not limited to monthly and fiscal close, internal and external audit reporting; manages report preparation and ...

Completes financial reports: monthly, quarterly and annual reports, including but not limited to monthly and fiscal close, internal and external audit reporting; manages report preparation and ...

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Rochester, MN · On-site

$64K - $80K/yr

Completes financial reports: monthly, quarterly and annual reports, including but not limited to monthly and fiscal close, internal and external audit reporting; manages report preparation and ...

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How much do external financial reporting manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for external financial reporting manager in Rochester, MN is $122,919.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $103,700.00 and $140,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between External Financial Reporting Manager vs Financial Analyst?

AspectExternal Financial Reporting ManagerFinancial Analyst
CredentialsCPA or CPA candidate often preferredBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
Work EnvironmentCorporate finance, accounting departments, external auditsFinancial planning, data analysis, investment evaluation
Employer & Industry UsagePublic companies, accounting firms, large corporationsCorporations, investment firms, banks, consulting firms

The External Financial Reporting Manager primarily focuses on preparing and ensuring compliance of external financial statements, working closely with auditors and regulatory bodies. In contrast, a Financial Analyst concentrates on analyzing financial data to support decision-making, budgeting, and forecasting. While both roles require strong accounting and financial knowledge, the Reporting Manager emphasizes external reporting standards, whereas the Analyst emphasizes internal financial analysis.

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Infographic showing various External Financial Reporting Manager job openings in Rochester, MN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,919 per year, or $59.1 per hour.

Financial Reporting Specialist

Rochester, MN


Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC.
Furniture Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

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Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

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Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Financial Reporting Specialist 

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Reporting Specialist to join our finance team. This role is responsible for creating comprehensive financial reports, supporting external audit processes, ensuring compliance with banking covenant requirements, and managing consolidated financial reporting across multiple entities.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

  • Build and maintain financial reports using various accounting software platforms
  • Develop automated reporting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy
  • Create, maintain, and support various business units with budget preparation and forecasting processes

Consolidated Financial Reporting

  • Prepare consolidated financial statements for multiple legal entities and subsidiaries
  • Perform consolidation adjustments including intercompany eliminations
  • Ensure proper application of consolidation accounting principles and standards

External Audit Support

  • Support external audit activities throughout the audit cycle
  • Assist with audit report preparation
  • Respond to auditor requests for reporting and variance analysis

Bank Covenant Reporting

  • Monitor and report on bank covenant compliance on a regular basis
  • Calculate and track key financial ratios and metrics required by lending agreements
  • Prepare detailed covenant compliance reports for banking partners
  • Identify potential covenant violations early and recommend corrective actions
  • Maintain documentation supporting covenant calculations and assumptions

General Duties

  • Support budget preparation and variance analysis
  • Maintain accurate and organized financial records
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with business unit leaders on financial planning

 

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in financial reporting or public accounting
  • Experience with consolidated financial reporting and multi-entity accounting required

Technical Skills

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling)
  • Experience with financial reporting tools and databases
  • Budgeting and forecasting software experience
  • Knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation

Core Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities


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