Associate Accountant

About the Role

The Associate Accountant, External Reporting is an entry-level position responsible for supporting the preparation and filing of the Company's external financial reports and SEC filings. This role provides exposure to public company financial reporting, SEC compliance, U.S. GAAP, and financial statement disclosure requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K, utilizing Workiva.
• Participate in the preparation of quarterly earnings release materials, earnings call support documentation, and related analyses.
• Assist in gathering, validating, and organizing financial and non-financial information used in external reporting deliverables.
• Prepare and maintain supporting schedules, analyses, and workpapers used in the preparation of SEC reporting disclosures and management reports.
• Support the completion of U.S. GAAP and SEC disclosure checklists and related compliance procedures.
• Perform workpaper tie-outs to ensure completeness, accuracy, and consistency across reporting documents.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to obtain timely and accurate information for reporting and disclosure purposes.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing reporting efficiency, accuracy, and controls.
• Support special projects, ad hoc analyses, government surveys, and other assignments.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Workiva (reporting platform)
• Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• No previous accounting experience required.
• Strong academic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Interest in financial reporting, SEC reporting, and public company accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new systems, processes, and accounting concepts.
• Progress toward CPA certification or intention to pursue the CPA designation.
• Foundational knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Willingness to work additional hours during quarterly and annual filing periods.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and levels of the organization.

A Plus (Not Required)

• Prior internship or co-op experience in accounting, audit, financial reporting, or a related field.
• Familiarity with SEC filings, Workiva, or financial reporting software.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro, Nitro PDF Pro, or similar document management software.