SEC Reporting Analyst

Randstad USA; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking a SEC Reporting Analyst in Menlo Park, California, to ensure compliance with SEC regulations and US GAAP. The role involves managing the preparation, review, and filing of financial reports, collaborating with various teams, and enhancing reporting efficiency using tools like Workiva. Candidates should have CPA qualifications and at least 3 years of public accounting experience. Attention to detail and a deep understanding of financial reporting are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of financial reporting standards is required.
• Meticulous attention to detail in all reports.
• Experience in public accounting or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute preparation, review, and filing of annual/quarterly 10-K/Q reports.
• Ensure compliance with SEC regulations and US GAAP.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary reporting information.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in financial reporting.
• Act as a liaison with external auditors during audits.
• Assess and mitigate financial reporting risks.
• Research accounting issues and prepare relevant memos.

Skills

Financial reporting standards

Attention to detail

Financial reporting software proficiency

Education

CPA or CPA candidate

3+ years of public accounting experience

Tools

Workiva

Job description

Overview

Fast growing high-tech company located on the mid-peninsula are quietly redefining the infrastructure of the digital economy. While many companies focus on the "what," we are obsessed with the "when" and "how"—building the high-performance systems that allow cloud-based enterprises to scale with absolute precision is looking to add on a SEC Reporting Analyst.

As a SEC Reporting Analyst, you will ensure compliance with SEC regulations and US GAAP while collaborating closely with internal teams, external auditors, and legal counsel. This role requires a deep understanding of financial reporting standards, meticulous attention to detail, and proficiency in financial reporting software such as Workiva.

Responsibilities

• Lead the 10-K/Q Filing Process: Manage and execute the preparation, review, and filing of the annual/quarterly 10-K/Q reports, including financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A (Management's Discussion and Analysis).
• Ensure Compliance: Stay abreast of SEC regulations and accounting standards (US GAAP) to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting. Implement necessary changes to reporting processes as regulations evolve.
• Coordinate Financial Reporting Activities: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Accounting, Finance, Legal, and External Auditors to gather necessary information, resolve inquiries, and ensure timely completion of filings.
• Enhance Reporting Efficiency: Identify opportunities for process improvements in financial reporting processes, leveraging tools such as Workiva to streamline workflows and enhance accuracy.
• Audit Support: Act as a liaison with external auditors during quarterly reviews and year-end audits. Facilitate audit requests, address audit findings, and implement recommendations for process enhancements.
• Risk Management: Assess and mitigate financial reporting risks. Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) to ensure integrity and reliability of financial information.
• Technical Accounting: Research accounting issues that arise and prepare ASC accounting memos on such issues.

Qualifications

• CPA or CPA candidate
• 3+ years of public accounting or related experience