SEC Senior Accountant

Vaco; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco is seeking a detail-oriented SEC Senior Accountant to support external financial reporting, global consolidations, technical accounting research, and internal reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements.

The ideal candidate will bring strong GAAP knowledge, SOX/internal controls experience, and a CPA or CPA candidate status, with 5–7 years of accounting or financial reporting experience. This on-site role is based in Richmond, VA and offers a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA status or candidate.
• Minimum 5-7 years of accounting or financial reporting experience.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Experience with SOX and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and support quarterly and annual SEC financial reporting, including statements, disclosures, schedules, explanations, and reconciliations.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements: balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, equity, OCI.
• Support monthly consolidation activities across domestic and international businesses, including FCCS journal entries.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and bank covenant calculations per loan agreements.
• Support quarterly investor materials and presentations for investor relations.
• Assist with technical accounting research and implement new GAAP/SEC guidance.
• Collaborate with FP&A, internal stakeholders, and external auditors to support reporting requirements and audits.

Skills

Strong technical accounting knowledge

GAAP knowledge

SOX / internal controls experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA license or CPA exam candidate

Tools

FCCS (Oracle Financial Close & Consolidation System)

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

A detail-oriented SEC Senior Accountant is needed to support external financial reporting, global consolidations, technical accounting research, and internal reporting processes in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to partner effectively across the organization to ensure timely, accurate, and transparent financial reporting.

SEC SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

About the Opportunity

A detail-oriented SEC Senior Accountant is needed to support external financial reporting, global consolidations, technical accounting research, and internal reporting processes in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to partner effectively across the organization to ensure timely, accurate, and transparent financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and support quarterly and annual SEC financial reporting, including financial statements, disclosures, supporting schedules, explanations, and reconciliations.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, stockholders' equity, OCI, and related supporting tables.
• Support monthly consolidation activities across domestic and international businesses, including consolidation journal entries in Oracle Financial Close and Consolidation System (FCCS).
• Prepare monthly financial statements and bank covenant calculations required under applicable loan agreements.
• Support quarterly investor materials and presentations for investor relations activities.
• Assist with technical accounting research and support implementation of new accounting guidance in accordance with GAAP and SEC rules and regulations.
• Partner with FP&A, internal stakeholders, and external auditors to support reporting requirements, reviews, and annual audits.
• Maintain and improve accounting and finance policies, processes, documentation, and internal controls.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Active CPA license in good standing or CPA exam candidate status.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of accounting or financial reporting experience.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• SOX and internal controls experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SEC reporting research.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and accounting software packages.

This role offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

About Vaco

Vaco is a global talent solutions firm that partners with organizations to provide expert consulting, project support, and direct-hire recruiting across accounting, finance, technology, operations, and more. We connect skilled professionals with meaningful opportunities while delivering flexible, high-impact solutions for our clients.

Equal Opportunity Notice

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Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations; and
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).