Financial Reporting Accountant

J2T Recruiting; Greenwood Village (CO); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) match

PTO + stock programs

Job summary

J2T Recruiting is seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to support SEC filings, monthly closes, and complex accounting events in a growth-focused, public-company environment. This hands-on role blends daily accounting with high-level reporting ownership, offering opportunities to influence processes and controls.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of relevant SEC experience, a Bachelor's in Accounting, and strong Excel/ERP skills, plus CPA in progress is a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires 1–2 years public accounting with SEC exposure, or 2–3 years SEC reporting experience.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and ability to research complex accounting issues.
• Proficiency in Excel; ERP system experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Assist with SEC filings (Form 10-Q/10-K) and related disclosures.
• Support ledger activities, month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations.
• Research evolving US GAAP guidance and document complex transactions/M&A impacts.
• Maintain internal control reporting procedures and drive process improvements.
• Collaborate with internal/external auditors during reviews and audits.

Skills

SEC exposure

US GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Communication

Self-starter

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA in progress

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

• Join an Industry Giant: Become a key player in a global medical services leader that officially went public this year.
• Mission-Driven Culture: Work for a company dedicated to delivering compassionate, quality medical care. This is meaningful accounting work where successes are celebrated, and everyone is aligned around helping people.
• Establish the New Status Quo: Influence a newly public organization by optimizing reporting procedures, driving efficiency, and shaping best practices from the ground floor.
• Elite Mentorship & Growth: Join a supportive, collaborative finance team led by experienced leaders deeply committed to your professional development.

Why This Job – FINANCIAL REPORTING ACCOUNTANT:

As the Financial Reporting Accountant, you will play a hands-on role in assisting with SEC filings, month-end general ledger closures, and complex accounting events. Designed for an ambitious accountant seeking continuous growth, this role balances daily operational accounting with high-level reporting ownership. If you want to move beyond rigid corporate silos and help refine public-company processes in a fast-paced environment, this position offers an ideal career move.

What You'll Actually Do:

• Assist with SEC Filings: Prepare and support Form 10-Q and 10-K filings, including earnings releases, executive summaries, call scripts, and tie-out binders.
• Support Ledger & Month-End Close: Handle general ledger activities, balance sheet reconciliations, and account analyses for debt, goodwill, intangibles, equity, and stock compensation.
• Research Technical Accounting: Research evolving US GAAP guidance, ensure compliance, and prepare supporting documentation for complex transactions and M&A integrations.
• Optimize Processes & Controls: Maintain reporting procedures for internal control compliance and implement process improvements to boost efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate & Audit: Work directly with internal and external auditors during interim reviews and annual audits, while tackling ad-hoc executive projects.

To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Need:

• Credentials: Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA designation or in process is a plus.
• Experience: 1–2 years of public accounting experience with heavy SEC exposure, OR 2–3 years of direct SEC financial reporting experience.
• Technical Chops: Expertise in US GAAP and SEC rules, paired with the ability to research complex accounting issues and work independently with minimal supervision.
• System Savvy: Intermediate to advanced Excel skills required; experience with ERP systems is a plus.
• Communication & Drive: A self-starter mindset with strong organizational skills and effective communication to deliver precise financial analyses.

Where and How Much:

• Target Compensation: $75K to $80K
• Office Structure: Flexible hybrid schedule. On average in office 2 days a week.
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision plans, 401(k) match, a generous PTO package, and future eligibility for annual stock compensation programs.