Senior Technical Accountant at Montrose Environmental Group Inc. in Irvine, California

Job Description:

ABOUT YOU



Are you ready to join an inclusive work environment as a Senior Technical Accountant - committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an exciting career opportunity for you in Irvine, CA. This role will preferably be based out of our office in Irvine, CA and offers a hybrid schedule.


Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients' decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.


We have over 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and over 3000 employees - all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.



WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU



Our Mission is: To help protect the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the soil that feeds us and is supported by our Principles: We Value Our People, We Value Our Community, We Value Our Clients, We Value Our Shareholders. We care for the well-being of our people and offer:

• Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
  
  


• Direct exposure to our industry's leading experts who are solving the world's toughest environmental challenges
  
  


• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues
  
  


• Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
  
  


• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $90,000 - $120,000, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography
  
  


• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  
  


• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match
  
  


• Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance
  
  


• A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation
  
  


• Access to a student loan planning tool to optimize your student loan payoff plans and compare student loan rates with lenders
  
  

A DAY IN THE LIFE



As a key member of the team and reporting directly to the Assistant Corporate Controller, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

• Assist with the coordination, management, preparation, and reporting of the Company's external financial reporting on SEC Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, quarterly earnings releases, Investor presentations, and more.
  
  


• Lead technical accounting analysis and miscellaneous general ledger activities.
  
  


• Perform month-end and quarter-end closing duties, owning preparation of certain journal entries, balance sheet, cash flow, and income statement reconciliations and analysis.
  
  


• Analyze financial statements for discrepancies and other issues that should be brought to management.
  
  


• Comply with internal controls, in accordance with the Company's guidelines, to ensure a high degree of completeness and accuracy of the financial statements.
  
  


• Collaborate with Financial Planning and Analysis and Global Business Services teams, and other cross-functional departments as required, to ensure completeness of accrual and deferral schedules.
  
  


• Communicate with on-site, operational finance team members by coordinating activities, answering questions, and ensuring adherence to the Company's policies and procedures.
  
  


• Prepare documentation for external auditors for periodic audits/reviews and keep track of any audit open items to keep the whole team accountable.
  
  


• Prepare financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A disclosures and complete financial statement disclosure checklists
  
  


• Prepare and/ or review supporting schedules and perform financial statement tie-out
  
  


• Research accounting guidance related to new accounting pronouncements and/or technical matters and document findings in memos to management and external auditors.
  
  


• Prepare purchase price accounting for new business acquisitions and help with the financial integration efforts
  
  


• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS



To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their duties and responsibilities.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited university
  
  


• Minimum 3 years in top 10 public accounting firm (Big 4, RSM, BDO, Grant Thornton, etc). Additional years working in a publicly traded company in an SEC reporting or technical accounting role is preferred
  
  


• Strong understanding of GAAP, SOX internal control frameworks, and financial reporting requirements
  
  


• Experience with preparing and reconciling the following accounts: goodwill, intangibles, contingent acquisition earnouts, and purchase price accounting and working capital true-ups.
  
  


• Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel/management
  
  


• Experience in environments with high transaction volume
  
  


• Advanced knowledge of Excel, including pivot tables and v-lookup formulas required
  
  


• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  
  


• Solid organization and time management skills
  
  


• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Understanding when and how to escalate issues
  
  


• Ability to work independently, managing responsibilities, self-starter, self-motivated
  
  


• Positive, proactive and team-focused attitude
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Holds an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
  
  


• Familiarity or experience with Workday Financials (ERP)
  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or careers@montrose-env.com for assistance.



MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER



We are going to be blunt - the way we work may not suit everyone. We are a fast-paced, dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, and head-scratching professional challenges attract you, we could be the perfect match.


Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!


Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities. Apply Now