Lead SEC Financial Reporting Accountant

Lead SEC Financial Reporting Accountant

Dallas, TX

One of Vaco's Fortune 500 clients is looking to add a few new roles to the team after a very large transaction, one of which includes a Financial Reporting Lead. This person will be heavily involved with consultations between internal entities, preparing the SEC filings and monthly joint venture reporting.

Big on cross-training and development , have seen multiple people go to different teams and departments to learn and grow new skillsets – big on promotions (several folks that started with the company 8-10 years ago are now Directors ).

World class benefits including ESOP and large bonus payouts (20-30%).

Compensation: $120-130K

Day-to-Day

• Supervise the preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and other required disclosures.
• Preparation of monthly consolidated financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, SOX requirements, and internal accounting policies.
• Assist in research accounting, consolidation and reporting issues.
• Coordinate the quarterly and annual external reporting process across accounting, finance, legal, investor relations, and external auditors.
• Review financial statements, footnotes, MD&A, and supporting schedules for completeness and accuracy.
• Research and document technical accounting matters and assist with implementation of new accounting standards.
• Support external audits and SEC comment letter responses as needed.

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required;
• CPA
• 5-8+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including public company SEC reporting.
• Public accounting experience with a Big Four or large regional firm preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and SOX compliance.
• Experience with financial reporting software and ERP systems.