Sr. Accountant - Financial Reporting

MDS Search; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The MDS Search client in Irvine, CA seeks a Senior Accountant (Financial Reporting) to oversee external reporting and ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC guidelines.

You will lead the preparation of financial statements, disclosures, and footnotes, collaborating with audit teams and cross-functional partners. A CPA is preferred, with 6+ years' experience including 2+ in public financial reporting.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2+ years dedicated to public financial reporting
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA certification strongly preferred (or active candidate pursuing CPA)

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements and filings (Forms 10-Q/10-K or equivalents) with accompanying workpapers and disclosures.
• Monitor and research technical accounting developments and draft position memos for company operations.
• Lead month-end and year-end close including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Serve as primary contact for external auditors during reviews and audits; manage PBC requests.
• Maintain and document ICFR/SOX controls and ensure audit readiness.
• Continuously improve month-end close and reporting workflows to shorten the close cycle.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Investor Relations, Tax and Legal on key disclosures and transactions.

Skills

US GAAP

SEC reporting

Financial statements

SOX ICFR

ERP systems

Excel modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certificate

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Workiva

FloQast

BlackLine

Job description

Our client based in Irvine, CA is seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Senior Accountant (Financial Reporting) to oversee our external financial reporting process and ensure strict compliance with US GAAP and SEC/regulatory guidelines.

In this role, you will lead the preparation and review of financial statements, footnotes, and key disclosures while collaborating with audit teams and cross-functional partners.

The ideal candidate holds an active CPA (or is near completion) and brings 6+ years of professional experience, with at least 2+ years dedicated to public financial reporting (SEC reporting experience strongly preferred).

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Filings: Prepare and review accurate quarterly and annual financial statements (Forms 10-Q, 10-K, or statutory filings) along with supporting workpapers and disclosure checklists.
• Technical Accounting & Research: Monitor and research technical accounting developments (e.g., US GAAP standards, SEC guidelines) and author position memos outlining the practical application to company operations.
• Month-End & Year-End Close: Lead month-end close procedures for financial reporting areas, including complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Audit Management: Primary point of contact for external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits; manage audit request schedules (PBCs) and ensure timely submission.
• Internal Controls (SOX): Maintain and document key internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) to ensure ongoing SOX compliance and audit readiness.
• Process Improvement: Continuously refine month-end close and reporting workflows to shorten the close timeline and strengthen reporting accuracy.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with FP&A, Investor Relations, Tax, and Legal teams to provide technical accounting support for key business transactions and public disclosures.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 6+ years of professional accounting experience, with at least 2+ years dedicated to public financial reporting (SEC reporting experience strongly preferred).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred (or active candidate pursuing CPA).
• Technical Expertise: Deep working knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements. Experience with XBRL tagging is a plus.
• Systems: Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and reporting tools (e.g., Workiva, FloQast, BlackLine). Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (vlookups, pivot tables, complex modeling).
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to summarize complex accounting matters clearly for leadership and auditors.