Senior Accounting Associate

Our client, a private equity-backed portfolio company, is seeking a Senior SEC Reporting professional to lead the preparation of external financial reporting and support technical accounting initiatives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Controller, this individual will play a key role in the quarterly and annual reporting process, ensuring compliance with SEC regulations and U.S. GAAP while partnering with finance leadership during the company's continued growth. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to join a high-growth organization with significant exposure to executive leadership and private equity sponsors. Responsibilities Lead the preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, proxy statements, and other required filings. Prepare consolidated financial statements and related footnote disclosures in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements. Coordinate the quarterly and annual reporting calendar to ensure timely filing deadlines are met. Research and document technical accounting issues, including revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, debt modifications, stock compensation, goodwill, and impairment analyses. Assist with purchase accounting and accounting for acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions. Partner with FP&A, Corporate Accounting, Legal, Tax, Treasury, and Investor Relations to gather information supporting external reporting. Coordinate with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits. Assist with the implementation of new accounting standards and evolving SEC reporting requirements. Support SOX compliance initiatives and maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting. Review XBRL tagging and assist with SEC filing software as needed. Prepare audit committee and executive management reporting materials. Participate in special projects, including refinancing transactions, debt offerings, IPO readiness initiatives, and process improvement efforts. Qualifications CPA preferred. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience. Public accounting experience with a Big 4 or national accounting firm is strongly preferred. Experience preparing or auditing SEC filings for publicly traded companies. Strong technical accounting knowledge under U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. Experience with business combinations and purchase accounting is highly preferred. Prior experience working in a public company or private equity‑backed organization is a plus. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Preferred Background Big 4 audit or assurance experience serving SEC registrants. Combination of public accounting and industry experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr