Financial Reporting Accountant

LHH Professional Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant for our Houston area client. The ideal candidate will have a 2+ years of experience in public accounting and/or financial reporting. This is the perfect opportunity for someone seeking to transition into an amazing team, stable organization where they will have the opportunity to grow and be compensated competitively. 

Primary responsibilities of the Financial Reporting Accountant role:

• Compilation of footnotes disclosures for the quarterly and annual filings, including 10-Q/K’s, investor reports and proxy statements

• Maintain the monthly and quarterly close schedule and collaborate with internal departments to ensure deadlines are adhered to

• Prepare month-end closing journal entries associated with allocations and accruals

• Understanding of and accounting interpretation of complex transactions, new business initiative and other business plans as it relates to technical accounting guidance

• Oversight of the quarterly and annual financial reporting process

• Liaison with external and internal auditors

• Other ad-hoc requests, as permitted

Primary qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s in Accounting or related field

• 2+ years public accounting experience and/or external reporting

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), a plus but not required

• Sound knowledge of SEC reporting requirements and GAAP standards