About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Responsibilities & Essential Duties

• Support the preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings (Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K) using Workiva or similar reporting platforms.
• Participate in preparing quarterly earnings release materials, earnings call support documentation, and related analyses.
• Gather, validate, and organize financial and non-financial information used in external reporting.
• Prepare and maintain supporting schedules, analyses, and workpapers for SEC disclosures and management reporting.
• Complete U.S. GAAP and SEC disclosure checklists and other compliance procedures.
• Perform workpaper tie-outs to ensure accuracy and consistency across reporting documents.
• Collaborate with internal partners (Investor Relations, Tax, Treasury, Legal, FP&A, Corporate Accounting) to obtain timely information.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests as needed.
• Contribute to process-improvement initiatives to increase reporting efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Support special projects, ad-hoc analyses, and government surveys as requested.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• No prior professional accounting experience required; suitable for entry-level candidates.
• Solid academic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Interest in financial reporting, SEC reporting, and public-company accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new systems, processes, and accounting concepts quickly.
• Progress toward CPA certification or clear intent to pursue the CPA designation.

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Skills

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and organizational levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Foundational knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Willingness to work additional hours during quarterly and annual filing periods, when necessary.

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Nice-to-have (A plus, but not required)

• Prior internship or co-op experience in accounting, audit, financial reporting, or a related field.
• Familiarity with SEC filings, Workiva, or other financial reporting software.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro, Nitro PDF Pro, or similar document/document-management tools.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated salary (per source): $77,267 per year — estimated.
• Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
• Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package supporting physical, emotional, financial, and parental needs. Specific benefits details will be provided to candidates who advance in the process.

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Location & Job Details

• Location: Trammells, TX, United States (on-site / local to Trammells unless otherwise noted)
• Employment type: Full-time (entry-level opportunity)
• This position provides exposure to public-company financial reporting, SEC compliance, U.S. GAAP, and financial statement disclosure requirements.

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About the Role

This is an entry-level External Reporting Associate Accountant role with a Confidential Client. The position is designed to build foundational experience in financial reporting and to develop technical accounting and analytical skills through hands-on involvement in SEC filings, earnings materials, and cross-functional reporting activities. Candidates who exceed minimum requirements may be considered for higher-level roles depending on experience and business needs.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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