Senior Financial Reporting Analyst

Legence is seeking a highly detail-oriented Senior Financial Reporting Analyst to join our Corporate Finance team. This role will support SEC financial reporting, transaction, and compliance activities, with a focus on ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to US GAAP and SEC standards. This individual will partner with others to deliver high-quality reporting, support audit readiness, and strengthen financial reporting processes. This role is ideal for someone with a public accounting foundation or strong technical accounting background who has experience in SEC reporting and is looking to operate in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

This is a hybrid position that will be located in our Houston office.

Key ResponsibilitiesExternal & Financial Reporting

Assist in the preparation of financial statements and footnotes in accordance with US GAAP and SEC requirementsPrepare tie-out packages and execute quality control procedures for SEC filingsSupport development and maintenance of reporting schedules and ad hoc reports for leadership and other stakeholdersEnsure consistency and accuracy across multi-entity consolidation reporting

Consolidation & Close Support

Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processesPrepare or review account reconciliations, rollforwards, and supporting schedulesEnsure integrity and completeness of corporate-level financial data

Technical Accounting & Compliance

Support technical accounting research and implementation for complex transactions, including:- Business combinations (as applicable)- Other complex accounting areas as neededAssist in maintaining accounting policies and documentationEnsure financial reporting aligns with internal controls and compliance requirementsAnalyze new accounting guidance (FASB, SEC, and other regulatory bodies), evaluate impact, and support implementation and related disclosures

Audit & Controls Support

Serve as a contact for external auditors during annual audits and interim reviewsPrepare and organize audit support schedules and documentationSupport ongoing internal control processes and documentation (SOX or similar frameworks)

Process Improvement & Reporting Efficiency

Identify and support opportunities to improve financial reporting processes and timelinesSupport enhancements to financial systems and reporting workflowsContribute to standardization across operating entities

Desired Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting requiredCPA required4-7+ years of combined experience in public accounting and corporate SEC reporting (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, etc.), preferably within Large Accelerated Filer environmentsStrong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC requirements (including XBRL)Proficiency in financial reporting tools (Workiva preferred) and Microsoft ExcelExperience with ERP and consolidation systemsExperience with stock-based compensation, earnings per share, business combinations, impairment, and other complex accounting topics is a plusIndustry experience in construction, engineering, or project-based environments is a plus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Operates at the highest standards of business ethics, integrity, and professionalismStrong attention to detail with a rigorous and methodical approachPositive, proactive mindset with the ability to take initiative and drive resultsClear and concise written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex conceptsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentStrong critical thinking skills to solve problems and identify opportunities for process improvement