Senior Accountant - SEC Reporting - RJ Bank

Job Posting

Under limited supervision, uses extensive knowledge and skills obtained through education and experience to prepare quarterly and annual financial statements, SEC filings, and other financial analysis reports, and to analyze SEC reporting related issues and disclosure requirements. Limited guidance is provided to perform varied, complex accounting functions. Evaluation, originality and ingenuity are required to locate, select and apply appropriate procedures, processes and techniques to specific assignments. Resolves or recommends solutions to complex problems. Regular contact with senior management and other internal customers is required to identify, research, and resolve accounting and SEC reporting issues and problems. Facilitates the establishment and update of SEC reporting policies and procedures. Acts as a consultant to internal groups on complex SEC reporting matters, and performs research on SEC reporting issues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Uses financial reporting accounting software to prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and reports.
• Researches and makes recommendations to resolve unusual or irregular transactions.
• Responds to internal / external auditor request and inquiries and coordinates with internal and external auditors on accounting issues.
• Researches issues regarding SEC disclosures of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Follow new and emerging SEC reporting accounting guidance, as well as evaluate potential impacts on reporting.
• Support and facilitate implementation of SEC reporting disclosures
• Identifies and recommends process improvements to increase efficiency in processing or analyzing financial information.
• Facilitate implementation of changes to the financial statements and SEC Filings, as required.
• Provide additional ad-hoc support across financial reporting and performs other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.
• Prepares quarterly board reports and financial presentations.
• Prepares other reports of financial information for management.
• Prepares reporting packages containing supporting documentation for external reporting and SEC disclosures.
• Supports the team with the preparation of monthly journal entries related to certain transactions.
• Supports the team during the annual filings of standalone financial statements and other required reports.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

Skill in

Ability to

Education

Bachelor's : Accounting, Bachelor's : Business Administration, Bachelor's : Finance

Work Experience

General Experience - 13 months to 3 years

Certifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Boards of Accountancy (NASBA)

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Hybrid

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We expect our associates at all levels to : Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm At Raymond James as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.