Associate Accountant – Financial Reporting, SEC Compliance

Applicantz, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Applicantz seeks an Associate Accountant to support its SEC and external reporting functions in Houston, TX. This entry-level role offers exposure to Form 10-Q/10-K processes, U.S. GAAP, and public company financial disclosures, with daily collaboration across Investor Relations, Tax, Legal, and FP&A teams.

You will prepare and review detailed financial statements, assist with earnings releases, and help ensure accuracy and timeliness of external filings. On-site Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM.

Qualifications

• Foundational degree in accounting or related field.
• Basic understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial statements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file SEC reports (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K) and related external filings.
• Assist in earnings releases and external communications.
• Collaborate with External Reporting, Investor Relations, Tax, Legal, and FP&A teams.
• Help ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting outputs.
• Contribute to detail disclosures and supporting documentation.

Skills

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Financial statement analysis

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaboration with stakeholders

Education

Accounting degree or related

Job description

Associate Accountant – SEC & External Reporting | Applicantz

The Tone:

This is an on-site role at Applicantz, located in Houston, TX, operating Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Applicantz is seeking an Associate Accountant to support its external reporting functions, providing a critical service in the preparation and filing of public financial disclosures. This position is vital for maintaining compliance with SEC requirements and U.S. GAAP, offering an invaluable opportunity for early-career professionals to gain hands‑on experience in public company financial reporting and technical accounting intricacies. The role directly contributes to the transparency and accuracy of the company’s financial communications to external stakeholders.

The TL;DR

• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Houston, TX
• Team: Works closely with the External Reporting team
• Mission: This role ensures accurate and timely preparation and filing of external financial reports and SEC documents.

What You’ll Actually Do

• SEC Filings: Support the comprehensive preparation and meticulous filing of critical SEC reports, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
• External Communications: Aid in the structured development and accurate presentation of earnings releases, alongside other various external reporting requirements for public disclosure.
• Reporting Accuracy: Collaborate proactively with the dedicated External Reporting team to consistently ensure the timely delivery and accuracy of all financial reporting outputs.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Engage cross-functionally and collaboratively with diverse internal departments, including Investor Relations, Treasury, Tax, Legal, FP&A, and Corporate Accounting teams, fostering integrated financial processes.
• Disclosure Support: Contribute actively to the preparation and rigorous review of detailed financial statement disclosures and their underlying supporting documentation.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Entry-Level accounting professional, ideally a recent accounting graduate, possessing a foundational degree in accounting.
• Experience: No specific prior years of professional experience are strictly required for this role, making it ideal for individuals early in their accounting career.
• Skills: Demonstrated basic understanding of U.S. GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and comprehensive financial statements; strong analytical capabilities for data interpretation; excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks; and effective communication skills for collaborating with various stakeholders.
• Bonus: A strong, demonstrated interest in the specialized fields of financial reporting, SEC compliance, and technical accounting principles; along with the proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively with multiple internal stakeholders within a corporate environment.