Senior Financial Reporting Analyst

Job Title: Senior Financial Reporting Analyst 2-month contract-to-hire opportunity Hybrid 3-days onsite in Concord, CA Job Description A financial services technology company is seeking a motivated and high-performing professional to join their Controllership team as a Senior Financial Reporting Analyst. The role is primarily responsible for supporting the company’s technical accounting, month-end accounting, and assisting with both external and internal financial reporting, as well as external audits and other operational accounting and reporting projects. The ideal candidate is an execution-oriented and strong team player who can work independently and collaborate across the organization to drive operational excellence and ensure the highest standards of audit and financial integrity. Responsibilities • Perform key month-end close responsibilities, such as preparing journal entries and account reconciliations to ensure financial integrity. • Assist in the preparation of recurring US GAAP and non-GAAP financial reporting deliverables, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all relevant standards. • Execute complex accounting for non-standard transactions, including business combinations, debt modifications, equity conversion of convertible instruments, pushdown accounting, consolidations, and other non-routine business transactions as they occur. • Interpret U.S. GAAP accounting standards to determine the accounting and financial reporting treatment for new, material, and/or complex, unusual transactions or agreements. • Coordinate workstreams with external firms to ensure timely and complete deliverables around new and novel accounting guidance. • Support complex accounting analyses in areas such as goodwill impairment, reporting unit and reporting segment determination, and non-controlling interest. • Collaborate with cross-functional partners in accounting, finance, legal, audit, and IT to address complex accounting topics, including revenue recognition, technical accounting, and reporting matters. • Monitor and track the progress of audit engagements, proactively communicating updates and results to key stakeholders to support timely project completion. • Coordinate closely with external auditors throughout the annual testing process, providing necessary documentation and support for efficient and effective audits. • Support ad hoc projects, analysis, and management reporting initiatives. Essential Skills • 4+ years of experience in external audit and/or financial reporting. • BA/BS degree in Audit, Accounting, Tax, Finance, or related field required. • Big 4 or Top 20 Audit experience required. • Excellent understanding of financial statements and full cycle accounting. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. • Strong knowledge of US GAAP. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Experience with clientele within billion-dollar companies, financial services, asset management, and wealth management. Work Environment The role offers a hybrid schedule with on-site work required from Tuesday to Thursday, and the option to work from home on Monday and Friday. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Concord, CA. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Concord,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2025. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. 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