Senior External Reporting Analyst

Bill Watts at Robert Half is partnering with a global growing public manufacturing company who is looking to directly hire a Senior Financial Reporting Analyst. The Senior Financial Reporting Analyst is responsible for the preparation, analysis, and filing of external financial reports for a publicly traded manufacturing company. This role plays a key part in ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and internal controls under SOX, while supporting accurate and timely financial disclosures. The position partners closely with Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Legal, and external auditors.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review quarterly and annual SEC filings, including Form 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and related disclosures
• Assist with the preparation of earnings releases, footnotes, MD&A, and supporting schedules
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and company accounting policies
• Research and document accounting guidance for new or complex transactions, including revenue recognition, inventory, manufacturing costs, leases, and fixed assets
• Support the quarter-end and year-end close process, including consolidation and financial statement tie-outs
• Maintain and enhance SOX documentation, controls, and compliance processes related to financial reporting
• Coordinate with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, cost accounting, FP&A, tax, and legal teams to ensure accurate reporting and disclosures
• Monitor and assess the impact of new accounting standards and SEC regulations on the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• CPA strongly preferred (or active progress toward certification)
• 3+ years of experience in financial reporting, technical accounting, or public accounting, preferably supporting public companies
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Experience with manufacturing environments, including inventory and cost accounting concepts, preferred
• Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal controls
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Infor, or similar) and financial reporting tools
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with Workiva or similar SEC reporting software preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and technical accounting skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, public company environment
• Collaborative mindset with a continuous improvement orientation

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to play a key role in a publicly traded manufacturing organization
• High visibility to senior leadership and exposure to complex accounting matters
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits package
• Career growth opportunities within a stable and well-established organization