Strategic External Financial Reporting Analyst

BDO USA, Llp; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA, Llp is seeking an External Financial Reporting Senior Analyst to support firm-wide financial reporting by preparing and analyzing financial information and processes. The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, policy interpretation, and coordination with auditors.

The candidate will participate in monthly/quarterly close, assist with external reporting, and work with FP&A and Finance Systems Support to drive improvements in the reporting landscape. CPA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Three or more years of accounting and financial reporting experience.
• CPA preferred.
• Public accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and analyzes financial statements and reports.
• Ensures GAAP compliance and applies accounting policies.
• Supports monthly/quarterly close and analysis.
• Assists in external reporting and audits.
• Collaborates with FP&A and Financial Systems Support for process improvements.
• Performs account reconciliations and journal entries.
• Develops ad hoc reports as needed.
• Maintains internal controls documentation.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle Cloud

OneStream

Job description

BDO USA, Llp is seeking an External Financial Reporting Senior Analyst to support firm-wide financial reporting by preparing and analyzing financial information and processes. The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, policy interpretation, and coordination with auditors.

The candidate will participate in monthly/quarterly close, assist with external reporting, and work with FP&A and Finance Systems Support to drive improvements in the reporting landscape. CPA is preferred.