Lumen is the trusted network for the AI‑powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high‑performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities.

At Lumen, you'll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for what's next, where performance, security, and resilience matter.

If you're ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI‑ready connectivity, join us today.

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our growing finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing complex month-end close processes, preparing US GAAP-compliant financial statements, managing reconciliations, and ensuring robust internal controls in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX). You will play a key role in supporting internal and external audits and continuously improving accounting operations and financial reporting accuracy.

Financial Reporting & US GAAP Compliance

Lead key aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring strict adherence to US GAAP.

Draft financial statements, balance sheet reviews, and variance analysis (Actuals vs. Monitor changing US GAAP accounting standards and assess their operational impact on financial practices.

SOX Internal Controls & Risk Management

Reconciliations & Balance Sheet Management

Perform and review complex monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including bank accounts, fixed assets, intercompany transactions, and accrued liabilities.

Identify, investigate,



and resolve reconciliation discrepancies promptly across sub-ledgers and general ledgers.

Ensure accurate roll-forwards and schedules for key balance sheet accounts.

Audit Support & Coordination

Serve as a primary point of contact for external and internal audit teams during quarterly reviews and annual audits.

Prepare audit schedules, retrieve sample documentation, and provide technical accounting explanations for audit requests.

Ensure zero material weaknesses and minimal deficiency findings during audit cycles.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred.

Experience: 4–7 years of progressive accounting experience in a public company or a combination of Big 4/top-tier public accounting and industry experience.

In-depth practical knowledge of US GAAP accounting principles and financial reporting.

Advanced experience with balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger accounting.

Hands-on audit coordination experience with major audit firms.

Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP Hana, COSTAR).

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (vlookups, index/match, pivot tables, complex modeling).

Experience with reconciliation/close automation software (e.g., Analytical Thinking:



Ability to analyze large sets of financial data, uncover root causes of discrepancies, and present concise findings.

Meticulous precision in financial documentation and compliance execution.

Strong written and verbal communication skills to interface effectively with cross-functional teams, executives, and external auditors.

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