Financial Reporting Manager Jobs in Texas
Financial Reporting Manager jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in corporate accounting, oil and gas, real estate investment, and financial services, covering everything from senior accountant stepping into management to seasoned directors overseeing public company filings. Houston, Dallas, and Austin anchor most of the hiring, where employers like ExxonMobil, American Airlines, and Dell Technologies maintain large finance teams with ongoing needs in SEC reporting, consolidations, and technical accounting. The most sought-after specialties are GAAP and IFRS compliance, internal controls under SOX, and multi-entity consolidations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Manager, External Financial Reporting supporting the Finance Reporting & Accounting (FRA) team, you will be trusted to work on external financial reporting, SEC filings, and IFRS-based compliance at Fort Worth, Texas, helping ensure accuracy, transparency, and strong financial governance for a global, dual-listed organization.
In this role, a typical day will include:
- Execute quarterly and annual external financial reporting in compliance with IFRS, SEC, and Swiss SIX requirements, including preparation, review, tie-outs, and XBRL oversight, ensuring complete and accurate financial statements and disclosures.
- Own financial statement disclosures and SOX 404 controls, ensuring strong internal controls, proper documentation, audit readiness, and adherence to accounting policies and procedures.
- Coordinate and integrate cross-functional (Technical Accounting, Consolidations, Tax, Treasury, Investor Relations, Legal, Operations) inputs to manage the earnings calendar and drive the identification and disclosure of significant transactions.
- Partner with technical accounting to assess the impact of new standards (e.g., IFRS 18), and significant transactions on external reporting, ensuring accurate reflection and disclosure of accounting conclusions in the financial statements.
- Apply critical thinking to enhance the accuracy and completeness of filings.
- Drive continuous improvement and automation, support external audits, identify SOX/process enhancements, and contribute to emerging initiatives and evolving regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with team members to cross-train and develop through rotation of areas, while maintaining individual contribution and ownership of assigned areas.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English.
- 5 Years of Relevant Experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- CPA or Chartered Accountant certification
- Experience with SEC reporting in a public company environment, including SOX compliance.
- Strong technical accounting foundation with IFRS or US GAAP, and hands-on experience with SEC financial reporting (audit and/or industry).
- Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detail.
HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON
- See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities.
- Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
- Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!
ATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent Worker
If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site.
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ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY
Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
INTRODUCTION
At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Manager, External Financial Reporting supporting the Finance Reporting & Accounting (FRA) team, you will be trusted to work on external financial reporting, SEC filings, and IFRS-based compliance at Fort Worth, Texas, helping ensure accuracy, transparency, and strong financial governance for a global, dual-listed organization.
In this role, a typical day will include:
- Execute quarterly and annual external financial reporting in compliance with IFRS, SEC, and Swiss SIX requirements, including preparation, review, tie-outs, and XBRL oversight, ensuring complete and accurate financial statements and disclosures.
- Own financial statement disclosures and SOX 404 controls, ensuring strong internal controls, proper documentation, audit readiness, and adherence to accounting policies and procedures.
- Coordinate and integrate cross-functional (Technical Accounting, Consolidations, Tax, Treasury, Investor Relations, Legal, Operations) inputs to manage the earnings calendar and drive the identification and disclosure of significant transactions.
- Partner with technical accounting to assess the impact of new standards (e.g., IFRS 18), and significant transactions on external reporting, ensuring accurate reflection and disclosure of accounting conclusions in the financial statements.
- Apply critical thinking to enhance the accuracy and completeness of filings.
- Drive continuous improvement and automation, support external audits, identify SOX/process enhancements, and contribute to emerging initiatives and evolving regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with team members to cross-train and develop through rotation of areas, while maintaining individual contribution and ownership of assigned areas.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English.
- 5 Years of Relevant Experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- CPA or Chartered Accountant certification
- Experience with SEC reporting in a public company environment, including SOX compliance.
- Strong technical accounting foundation with IFRS or US GAAP, and hands-on experience with SEC financial reporting (audit and/or industry).
- Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detail.
HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON
- See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities.
- Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
- Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!
ATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent Worker
If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site.
Find Jobs for Employees
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ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY
Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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Financial Reporting Manager Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- Accelerate Learning1
- Alcon1
- EY1
- TERREPOWER1
- Western Alliance Bank1
Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing1
- Automotive1
- Banking & Financial Services1
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
- Education1
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in financial reporting manager jobs across Texas.
- CPA license active and in good standing with the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
- Five or more years of progressive accounting experience including supervisory responsibility
- Demonstrated expertise in SEC reporting, including 10-K and 10-Q preparation
- Proficiency with enterprise ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Workday Financials
- Strong working knowledge of SOX compliance and internal control documentation
Financial Reporting Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a financial reporting manager in Texas?
The most direct path is earning a CPA license through the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy, which requires passing the Uniform CPA Exam and meeting Texas education and experience requirements. Most hiring managers expect a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance paired with several years in public accounting or a corporate reporting role. Building experience with SEC filings and SOX compliance makes candidates significantly more competitive for management-level openings.
Which companies hire financial reporting managers in Texas?
Employers hiring financial reporting managers in Texas right now include Accelerate Learning, Alcon, and EY, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, healthcare, and technology headquarters means demand is broad, with both Fortune 500 companies and large regional firms regularly posting these roles.
Which Texas cities have the most financial reporting manager jobs?
Dallas, Austin, and Fort Worth have the most financial reporting manager openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense concentration of energy and petrochemical companies with complex multi-entity reporting needs, Dallas attracts corporate finance teams from financial services and retail headquarters, and Austin's growth in technology and private equity has steadily expanded its finance management hiring over recent years.
Are there remote financial reporting manager jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most accounting roles, since financial reporting work is largely analytical and document-driven rather than requiring a physical presence. About 40% of financial reporting manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how widely this type of role has shifted since the pandemic. SEC reporting, technical accounting research, and consolidation work are the functions most commonly performed fully remote.
How can I get hired as a financial reporting manager in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving from a senior accountant or financial analyst role into a reporting-focused position before pursuing management. Large Texas employers in energy and healthcare, including major Houston and Dallas-based companies, regularly hire staff and senior accountants into their external reporting teams, where exposure to 10-K preparation and SOX cycles builds the background hiring managers expect. Sitting for the CPA exam through the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy while in a staff role gives candidates a clear credential edge when applying for their first manager-level opening.
Where can I find and apply to financial reporting manager jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to financial reporting manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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