Senior SEC Reporting Analyst

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Senior SEC Reporting Analyst for a Full Time assignment with one of our premier Utility clients.

Specific Responsibilities:

The Senior SEC Reporting Analyst will be responsible for performing complex financial, accounting and technical analysis. He/she performs accounting work of an advanced level requiring a comprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). He/she must be able to adjust quickly to changing priorities, have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to interface with senior management, work well independently as well as in a team environment, communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing, detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and effectively manage critical deadlines. In addition, the individual must be able to perform various accounting functions as needed.

• Assists in the preparation of documents for 10-Q, 10-K and Proxy filings.
• Responsible for the administration, journal entries and reporting of all equity-based transactions, equity schedules, EPS calculations, and footnotes disclosures for SEC filings.
• Research, analyze, and document technical accounting issues and operational applications, including areas of significant accounting estimates and judgement, new accounting pronouncements, significant transactions, and complex business arrangements.
• Ensure compliance with and review of the XBRL process, as well as GAAP and SEC disclosure requirements.
• Support and prepare annual report for subsidiaries and support requests by external auditors.
• Prepare disclosure checklists and ensure compliance with all GAAP and disclosure requirements.
• Prepares, reconciles, reviews and analyzes financial records, statements, and reports as required.
• Assist in the Company's SOX compliance efforts in connection with the financial reporting process.
• Works with external auditors; prepares analytical, financial, and statistical reports and other analyses as required.
• Ad hoc projects, analysis and reporting as required by management.

• Knowledge and skill in the application of generally accepted accounting principles, external reporting requirements and compliance, stock compensation accounting, and complex accounting and financial issues.
• Knowledge of accounting information systems and relational database query and reporting.
• Ability to review, analyze and reconcile journals, ledgers and legal documents.
• Organize work, set priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• Utilize computer applications for accounting, word processing and spreadsheet software programs.
• Proactive, organized and able to take ownership of projects and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting or a closely related field which has included a significant amount of accounting coursework.
• Minimum of 5 years of recent accounting experience required, including at least 2 years of SEC reporting experience.
• Big 4 experience preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant designation preferred.
• Diversified experience with financial accounting systems, JDEdwards experience a plus, advanced Microsoft Excel skills, and advanced experience in Workiva and equity management systems preferred.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.