Senior Accountant-Corporate & Technical Accounting

Summary HMH is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team in Houston, Texas. This role will support technical accounting, corporate close activities, SEC reporting, audit support, and global accounting policy standardization in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Job Responsibilities Act as a subject matter expert within the accounting organization to identify, evaluate, and resolve complex accounting issues across topics such as revenue recognition, leases, stock-based compensation, debt and equity transactions, impairment, going concern, consolidations, and segment reporting. Lead efforts to standardize accounting policies, procedures, and processes across global entities, ensuring consistent application of U.S. GAAP and alignment with corporate reporting requirements. Prepare technical memos and position papers documenting HMH’s application of accounting policies and U.S. GAAP principles to specific transactions or events. Monitor U.S. and IFRS standard‑setters for the latest accounting developments, analyze the impact of new/emerging guidance, and develop policies to address standard adoption and implementation. Review contracts and finance transactions for accounting implications, including revenue recognition, initial lease recognition, and debt modification. Ensure timely and complete delivery of documentation required to support external and internal audits. Perform comprehensive flux analytic activities across legal entities, segments, and consolidated HMH, delivering clear, audit‑ready explanations to support quarterly auditor review procedures. Prepare monthly close activities including journal entries and reconciliations for topics such as stock‑based compensation, debt, and other general accounting areas. Perform preliminary reviews of lease accounting calculations completed in Visual Lease. Support the SEC Reporting function by assisting in the preparation of periodic filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned based on business needs. Promote personal accountability for Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) by adhering to the principles and guidelines outlined in HMH’s HSSE governing policy. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma / GED with at least 7 years of relevant experience. Minimum 3 years of relevant accounting experience, including public accounting and/or public company experience. Skills and Abilities In-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines. Knowledge of best practices and ability to integrate own area with others; awareness of the competition and differentiators in the market. Ability to explain difficult or sensitive information and build consensus. Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and ability to research, interpret, and document technical accounting conclusions. Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analyses, and audit support. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills. Advanced Excel skills and ability to manage and analyze large data sets. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt as business needs change. Preferred Qualifications CPA or active progress toward CPA certification. 3‑5 years of relevant accounting experience, including public accounting and/or public company experience. Experience with Oracle FCCS, SmartView, Workiva/Wdesk, and Visual Lease. SEC reporting and SOX/internal control experience. Work Conditions Job is subject to time pressures and constraints, and is often dependent on input from others. Occasionally, work may be performed from home, after normal work hours or on weekends. Potential for Hybrid work schedule – 3 days in office, 2 days work from home. Additional Information Location: Houston, TX (JFK). Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis, now or in the future, without employer sponsorship for employment visa status. No relocation assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr