SEC Reporting Accountant, CPA
Location: Coconut Grove, FL
Job Type: Direct Placement
Company: ARC Group
Category: Administration
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SEC Reporting Accountant, CPA Job OverviewThe SEC Reporting Accountant, CPA is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of all U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings, including 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K reports. This full-time role is crucial for maintaining the integrity of financial reporting within the organization and requires a thorough understanding of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and all relevant SEC regulations. The position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams such as Finance, Legal, and Investor Relations to deliver precise and compliant financial disclosures. Working as an SEC Reporting Accountant, CPA, offers the opportunity to play a vital role in upholding regulatory standards and supporting transparent communication with stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities- SEC Reporting:
- Prepare and review SEC filings, including 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with all SEC regulations and U.S. GAAP.
- Assist in drafting financial statements, footnotes, Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A), and additional report sections as required for SEC submissions.
- Coordinate with external auditors during both quarterly and annual reviews to ensure timely and accurate filings.
- Monitor evolving SEC regulations and accounting standards, implementing necessary updates in financial reporting.
- Technical Accounting:
- Research and analyze complex accounting issues, providing actionable guidance on technical matters.
- Draft technical accounting memos to formally document the company’s positions on complicated accounting topics.
- Internal Controls and Compliance:
- Assist in maintaining and improving internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR).
- Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and support both internal and external audit processes.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Work closely with Finance, Legal, Investor Relations, and other departments to ensure consistency and accuracy in financial disclosures.
- Support management and various stakeholders with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting needs.
- Process Improvement:
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of financial reporting processes.
- Contribute to the adoption and integration of new financial systems and tools as necessary.
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is strongly preferred, enhancing credibility and technical expertise in this SEC Reporting Accountant, CPA role.
- Experience:
- 4-6 years of professional accounting experience, including a minimum of 2 years in SEC reporting, ideally within a public company or a Big 4 public accounting firm.
- Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and financial reporting requirements.
- Experience with XBRL tagging and electronic SEC filing processes is advantageous.
- Skills:
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, essential for resolving complex accounting issues within the SEC Reporting Accountant, CPA function.
- Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of financial reporting.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel; familiarity with financial reporting software such as Workiva or Hyperion is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey accounting concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Flexible work arrangements where offered