Senior Accountant

LHH; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Senior Accountant with strong technical accounting and SEC reporting expertise in Austin, TX. This hybrid, full-time direct-hire role focuses on U.S. GAAP, SEC filings, and complex accounting issues across the business to support external reporting and financial compliance.

The ideal candidate will research accounting guidance, prepare memos, and ensure internal controls and SOX compliance. Public company or Big Four experience is highly valued for this senior-level position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Experience supporting SEC filings and external financial reporting.
• Background in public accounting or publicly traded company is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review SEC filings, including 10-K and 10-Q, statements, footnotes and disclosures.
• Support quarterly and annual external financial reporting processes and timelines.
• Research complex accounting matters under U.S. GAAP and document conclusions.
• Prepare technical accounting memoranda with positions and guidance.
• Monitor new accounting pronouncements and assess impact on the company.
• Assist with implementing new accounting standards and reporting changes.
• Assist with complex transactions and ensure SOX/internal controls compliance.
• Coordinate with auditors and respond to audit requests.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Legal, Tax, Treasury on accurate reporting.
• Support month-, quarter-, and year-end close with journal entries and analyses.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and controls.

Skills

US GAAP

SEC reporting

Technical accounting

SOX/internal controls

External reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Workiva

Oracle

SAP

NetSuite

Job description

Senior Accountant – Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting

Location: Austin, TX | Hybrid

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

LHH is partnering with a growing organization to identify a Senior Accountant with strong technical accounting and SEC reporting experience. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys digging into complex accounting issues, working across the business, and playing an important role in external reporting and financial compliance.

The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation in U.S. GAAP, experience supporting SEC filings, and the ability to research and document technical accounting conclusions. A background in public accounting and/or experience within a publicly traded company would be highly valuable.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q, financial statements, footnotes, and related disclosures
• Assist with quarterly and annual external financial reporting processes and reporting timelines
• Research and analyze complex accounting matters under U.S. GAAP
• Prepare technical accounting memoranda documenting accounting positions, conclusions, and supporting guidance
• Monitor new accounting pronouncements and evaluate their potential impact on the organization
• Support implementation of new accounting standards and changes in reporting requirements
• Assist with accounting for complex or non-routine transactions, including areas such as revenue recognition, leases, equity-based compensation, business combinations, and other technical matters
• Maintain and support SOX/internal control compliance, including documentation, testing support, and remediation efforts
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors and respond to audit and reporting requests
• Partner with FP&A, Legal, Tax, Treasury, and other business functions to ensure accurate accounting and financial reporting
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement analysis
• Identify opportunities to strengthen reporting processes, controls, documentation, and overall efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Approximately 6+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting concepts
• Hands-on experience with SEC reporting and public-company financial statements strongly preferred
• Experience researching accounting guidance and preparing technical accounting documentation or memos
• Understanding of SOX compliance and internal controls
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate complex accounting concepts clearly to both accounting and non-accounting stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a public-company reporting environment

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CPA candidate
• Public accounting experience with a Big Four or national accounting firm
• Combination of public accounting and public-company corporate accounting experience
• Exposure to SEC reporting platforms such as Workiva
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or NetSuite

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• High-visibility role with exposure to senior accounting and finance leadership
• Opportunity to build deeper expertise in technical accounting and SEC reporting
• Exposure to complex accounting transactions and evolving reporting requirements
• Cross-functional interaction throughout the organization
• Strong opportunity for continued growth within accounting and financial reporting