ESG-Accountant, Assoc

Aquent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health, vision, and dental

Paid sick leave

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Aquent, a premier talent solutions partner, invites you to begin a career in public company accounting within their External Reporting team in Houston. You will gain hands-on experience with US GAAP, financial statement disclosures, and SEC reporting processes, building technical accounting expertise and analytical skills through practical participation in the external reporting cycle.

Ideal for recent graduates, this developmental role exposes you to general accounting, internal controls,

Qualifications

• Completion of an undergraduate degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
• A working knowledge of US GAAP or country-specific accounting principles.
• No previous accounting experience required, making this an ideal entry point for recent graduates.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and filing of essential SEC reports, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K.
• Support the development and release of earnings announcements and other external reporting requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the External Reporting team to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Engage cross-functionally with Investor Relations, Treasury, Tax, Legal, FP&A, and Corporate Accounting.
• Contribute to the preparation and review of financial statement disclosures and their supporting documentation.
• Develop a strong understanding of business systems, processes, controls, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare and post journal vouchers for basic accounting transactions.
• Research basic accounting issues and transactions, including related internal controls.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Aquent, a premier talent solutions partner, is excited to connect passionate accounting professionals with a leading global enterprise. This is a unique opportunity to launch your career in a dynamic environment, contributing directly to the financial transparency and integrity of a major public company. As an integral part of the External Reporting team, you will play a crucial role in shaping how financial performance is communicated to stakeholders, making a tangible impact on critical regulatory filings and investor relations.

About the Opportunity

This entry-level accounting role offers an unparalleled foundation in public company financial reporting and SEC compliance. You will gain valuable exposure to U.S. GAAP and financial statement disclosures, developing critical technical accounting knowledge and analytical skills through hands-on participation in the external reporting process. This position is designed to be developmental, exposing you to general accounting, internal controls, financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and financial applications, while building your industry and company acumen.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with the preparation and filing of essential SEC reports, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K.
• Support the development and release of earnings announcements and other external reporting requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the External Reporting team to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Engage cross-functionally with various internal teams, including Investor Relations, Treasury, Tax, Legal, FP&A, and Corporate Accounting.
• Contribute to the preparation and review of financial statement disclosures and their supporting documentation.
• Develop a strong understanding of business systems, processes, controls, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare and post journal vouchers for basic accounting transactions.
• Research basic accounting issues and transactions, including related internal controls.

What You’ll Bring

Must-Have Qualifications

• Completion of an undergraduate degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
• A working knowledge of US GAAP or country-specific accounting principles.
• No previous accounting experience is required, making this an ideal entry point for recent graduates.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• A strong interest in financial reporting, SEC compliance, and technical accounting.
• Basic understanding of financial statements.
• Demonstrated strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders in a corporate environment.
• A proactive approach to developing technical accounting knowledge and analytical skills.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match.

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.