Senior SEC Reporting Accountant - Coppell, TX

LHH is seeking a Senior SEC Reporting Analyst for a fast-growing, publicly traded organization with a technology-forward approach to its industry. This is a unique opportunity for an accounting professional to play a key role in building and enhancing an SEC reporting function rather than stepping into an already-established reporting department. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within SEC reporting or public accounting, along with a strong foundation in U.S. GAAP, excellent attention to detail, and an interest in developing deeper technical accounting and public-company reporting expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and filing of SEC reporting documents, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy materials, registration statements, and other regulatory filings.
• Prepare detailed supporting work papers, financial statement tie-outs, and documentation supporting public disclosures.
• Assist with technical accounting research involving complex accounting matters and new FASB and SEC guidance; contribute to technical accounting memos and GAAP compliance.
• Prepare and support consolidated financial statements, including statements of cash flows, equity, and comprehensive footnote disclosures.
• Perform initial validation and review of XBRL/interactive data for SEC filings.
• Support the development, documentation, and execution of internal controls over financial reporting in a SOX-compliant environment.
• Partner with internal teams and external/internal audit resources to strengthen controls and improve reporting processes.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for quarterly reviews and annual external audits.
• Collaborate with FP&A and Investor Relations on monthly and quarterly variance/flux analysis and information supporting MD&A.
• Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, FP&A, and business operations to validate financial statements, footnotes, MD&A, and other public disclosures.
• Help build and continuously improve SEC reporting processes, leveraging technology and reporting systems to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage multiple reporting deliverables and consistently meet strict regulatory and financial reporting deadlines.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• CPA license or progress toward CPA certification strongly preferred;
  Master's degree in Accounting or a related field is a plus.
• 2+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within an SEC reporting function or public accounting environment;
  Big 4 experience preferred.
• Foundational knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Experience or exposure to internal controls, SOX compliance, or financial reporting control frameworks preferred.
• Advanced Excel proficiency required; experience with Workiva or other SEC reporting software preferred.