Associate, Financial Reporting & Accounting

The Sustainable Partnership; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

A growing accounting firm in Houston is seeking an Associate in Financial Reporting & Accounting to enhance their team. This full-time position involves preparation of financial statements, supporting technical accounting processes, and contributing to special projects like M&A. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and have strong technical knowledge of US GAAP. The firm offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong background in public accounting or financial reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet close deadlines.
• Experience with regulatory reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Workiva, OneStream, or Microsoft Dynamics a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Support technical accounting areas, including derivatives and business combinations.
• Maintain compliance with SOX controls and regulatory requirements.
• Perform general ledger processing, journal entries, and reconciliations for assigned projects.
• Prepare compliance certificates and other regulatory submissions for newly developed projects.
• Assist with special projects such as mergers, acquisitions, or divestitures.
• Maintain and update accounting policy documentation as needed.
• Contribute to financial reporting process improvements and system implementations.

Skills

Technical knowledge of US GAAP

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s or CPA preferred

Tools

Workiva

OneStream

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Direct message the job poster from The Sustainable Partnership

Overview

We are looking for an Associate covering Financial Reporting & Accounting to join a growing accounting team in Houston. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Technical Accounting, this role offers exposure to SEC-level reporting, technical accounting, and special projects such as M&A, making it a great next step for professionals with public accounting or financial reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules
• Support technical accounting areas, including derivatives, debt transactions, hedging, and business combinations
• Maintain compliance with SOX controls and assist with regulatory reporting requirements
• Perform general ledger processing, journal entries, and reconciliations for assigned projects
• Prepare compliance certificates and other regulatory submissions for newly developed projects
• Assist with special projects such as mergers, acquisitions, or divestitures
• Maintain and update accounting policy documentation as needed
• Contribute to financial reporting process improvements and system implementations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s or CPA preferred
• Background in public accounting or financial reporting strongly preferred
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Workiva, OneStream, or Microsoft Dynamics a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet close deadlines
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills

What they Offer

• Competitive compensation and full benefits package
• Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match and contributions
• Paid time off and educational reimbursement

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Accounting