The SEC Reporting Accountant will perform and deliver on routine assignments and projects including the preparation of certain complex monthly journal entries and account reconciliations. This role will be responsible for supporting the timely preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings in accordance with GAAP and SEC requirements, as well as assisting the team with technical accounting research and documentation. This position reports to the SEC Reporting Manager.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s
FIELD OF STUDY: Accounting
EXPERIENCE: 1 years of relevant experience working in a public accounting or in SEC reporting or financial reporting

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:

• Fast learner with ability to replicate schedules using existing prior period examples.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong MS office skills including Excel (lookup, pivot table), PowerPoint, Word
• Basic knowledge of SOX/ICFR and process controls

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:

• Experience with accounting for equity related transactions (share-based compensation, award grant/exercise)
• Experience with preparing cashflow statements .
• Experience using Workday financials, OfficeConnect, Wdesk
  

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ABOUT US

Headquartered in the United States, Encore Capital Group (Encore) is a publicly traded international specialty finance company operating in various countries around the globe. Through our businesses - such as Midland Credit Management and Cabot Credit Management - we help consumers to restore their financial health as we further our Mission of creating pathways to economic freedom. Our commitment to building a positive workplace culture and a best-in-class employee experience have earned us accolades including Great Place to Work® certifications in many geographies where we operate. If you have a passion for helping others and thrive at a company that values innovation, inclusion and excellence, then Encore Capital Group is the right place for you.
Encore Capital Group and all of its subsidiaries are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected under applicable law. If you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact Talent@mcmcg.com

Assists in the preparation, supporting documentation, tie out, and filing of Forms 10-Q quarterly reports and Form 10-K annual reports to the SEC, including the preparation of the financial statements, related footnotes, non-significant entity cashflow statements and Management’s Discussion and Analysis.
Performs quarterly closing and reporting tasks including preparing account reconciliation, roll-forward, and other schedules.
Performs monthly closing and reporting tasks relating to stock-based compensation, EPS calculation.
Performs internal controls over journal entries over LTI accounting, financial reporting and other processes as needed.
Assists in the various reporting projects such as quarterly earnings press release process, equity related reports for proxy statements, etc.
Performs other duties, as assigned.