We are looking for an Accountant to join a growing organization in Houston, Texas on a Contract basis. This opportunity is well suited for an early-career accounting candidate who wants to strengthen core accounting skills in a collaborative environment. The role will contribute to daily financial operations, support close activities, and help maintain accurate reporting across the organization.
Responsibilities:
• Record recurring and non-routine journal entries accurately and in a timely manner with support from senior accounting team members.
• Perform bank and general ledger reconciliations, investigate variances, and help clear outstanding items.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close by preparing schedules, reconciling balances, and organizing backup documentation.
• Maintain complete and accurate accounting records in line with company policies and standard accounting practices.
• Assist in compiling monthly financial reports and preparing supporting analyses for the accounting team.
• Partner with internal departments to gather financial details, answer routine accounting questions, and resolve discrepancies.
• Support audit preparation by collecting requested documents and assembling schedules for external reviewers.
• Help process day-to-day transactions such as accounts payable, cash receipts, and other assigned accounting activities.
• Use Blackbaud and related accounting tools to enter data, track transactions, and support financial operations.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Up to 2 years of accounting experience, which may include internships or other relevant hands-on exposure.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting concepts, including financial statements and general ledger activity.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including spreadsheet management and formula usage.
• Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.
• Experience with Blackbaud is preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong attention to detail with solid organizational and time-management skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.