Our client, a dynamic and growing investment company, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team in Baltimore, MD. This hybrid opportunity is ideal for an individual coming out of public accounting (Big 4 or second-tier firms) who has experience auditing publicly traded companies or is currently in an SEC reporting role. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting the company's financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance efforts as the business continues to scale.
Qualifications:
3+ years of public accounting experience (Big 4 or second-tier firm preferred)
Strong experience auditing publicly traded companies or direct SEC reporting experience
CPA qualified or actively pursuing CPA designation (ideal)
Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements
Experience with financial reporting tools, such as Workiva, a plus
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and maintain supporting workpapers for financial statements
Prepare, review, and file quarterly, annual, and periodic SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) using Workiva, ensuring compliance with SEC regulations and GAAP
Oversee preparation of accurate financial statements, footnotes, and related disclosures
Maintain thorough documentation of SEC filings and related communications for audit trail purposes
Collaborate with internal audit and compliance teams to ensure SOX compliance related to financial reporting
Engage with stakeholders across the organization to gather support for financial disclosures
Research new and evolving accounting standards and advise leadership on their impact
Prepare monthly internal management reports and quarterly fluctuation analyses
Identify and implement opportunities to enhance processes and ensure the effectiveness of internal controls
Participate in operational reviews, annual budgeting, and strategic planning meetings with senior management
Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors during quarterly reviews and the annual audit, managing audit requests and inquiries