Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting

Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting

The Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting, will be a core member of our Controllership team and will be primarily focused on the SEC reporting process, equity-based compensation, and the accounting research associated with these matters. The position requires a high level of collaboration, working cross-functionally with Legal, Tax, FP&A, Investor Relations, and external partners to ensure sound compliance and reporting. This position reports to the Manager of SEC Reporting and will work closely with the Controllership Accounting and Reporting team.

What will your job entail?

Essential Functions:

• Assist in the coordination and preparation of quarterly reports (10-Q), annual reports (10-K), current reports (8-K), and other SEC filings as needed
• Review supporting documentation and prepare the tie-out of the financial statements and footnotes
• Complete the accounting and related financial reporting for various equity-related transactions, including preparing journal entries, rollforwards, and footnote support for equity-based compensation and dividends
• Research accounting guidance, including new accounting standards, related to financial reporting, analyze impacts on our disclosures, and develop recommendations for required changes
• Prepare GAAP disclosure checklists to ensure compliance with accounting and SEC guidelines and completeness of financial statements
• Aid in the preparation of the quarterly earnings per share calculation
• Assist in maintaining proper documentation of SEC reporting policies, procedures, and controls
• Identify and implement process improvements to the reporting cycle
• Support external auditors' work on annual audits and quarterly reviews
• Assist with special projects and transactions as assigned

Education/Experience/Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• CPA required
• 3-5 years of accounting experience, including public accounting and/or SEC reporting experience at a public company
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to prioritize, multitask, and think critically in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, as well as external partners (auditors, consultants, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC disclosure and reporting requirements
• Experience with reporting compliance software (Workiva, ActiveDisclosure, etc.) is a plus
• Experience with XBRL tagging is a plus

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.