Financial Reporting Accountant

Publicly traded energy company, is seeking an SEC Reporting Accountant to join its corporate accounting and financial reporting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a public accountant looking to transition into industry or an experienced financial reporting professional seeking exposure to SEC reporting within a dynamic, growth-oriented organization.

The ideal candidate will have approximately 3+ years of public accounting experience or a combination of public accounting and SEC financial reporting experience. This position offers significant visibility within the organization and the opportunity to work closely with executive leadership, external auditors, and cross-functional finance teams.

Work Schedule:

In-office position with a highly attractive schedule of four 9-hour workdays and a half-day on Fridays.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and filing of SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, Section 16 filings, and other required disclosures.
• Prepare and maintain supporting schedules, work papers, and documentation for financial reporting and audit requirements.
• Coordinate with Accounting, Tax, Treasury, FP&A, Legal, Investor Relations, and external auditors to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Perform detailed tie-outs and review procedures for SEC filings and related financial reporting deliverables.
• Support the quarterly earnings release process and related reporting requirements.
• Review peer company filings and reporting practices to identify best practices and opportunities for process improvement.
• Assist with XBRL tagging review and validation of financial statements and footnote disclosures.
• Prepare GAAP and SEC disclosure checklists and assist with technical accounting research and documentation.
• Support the implementation of new accounting standards and other special projects as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to financial reporting processes and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 3+ years of public accounting, SEC reporting, or financial reporting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and internal controls.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs, and complex formulas.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced reporting environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SEC reporting for a publicly traded company.
• Oil & gas or energy industry experience.
• Experience with Workiva or similar SEC reporting software.
• Prior experience preparing technical accounting memos and disclosure documentation.