Senior Accountant

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Houston, Texas
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking an experienced Sr Accountant to support the accounting functions of our client in Houston, Texas for various lines of business. The role will support the month-end close process, consolidation of financial statements, project accounting and general ledger review. The role will work side-by-side with the Controller, and other members of the accounting team, and will be back up to complete day-to-day accounting functions including A/R, A/P, cash posting, payroll review, and other general accounting activities.  Will also be responsible for identifying areas for improvement and putting measures into place to execute the improvements and acting as a lead and go to for other team members. We value in-person collaboration and synergies; accordingly, this is an in -office role reporting to the Houston Headquarters office located in the Galleria area.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• • Responsible for supporting the company’s month-end close process and reconciliations, ensuring work is completed in an accurate and timely manner to meet deadlines.
  • Responsible for preparing consolidated financial statements for reporting packages as required by internal business leaders and lending partners.
  • Assists with audit preparation and acts as a liaison between company and third-parties.
  • Drives the development of accounting policies, SOP’s and other controls for the company.
  • Project based accounting expert for various lines of business.
  • Supports other accounting functions when needed: customer invoices, posts cash, reviews payables, and performs other general accounting activities.
  • Supports and serves as back up to accounts payable ensuring timely payments of vendors.
  • Provides regular and timely updates relevant to accounting function to leaders and other stakeholders.
  • Performs ad hoc requests for Controller and other business leaders as requested.
  • Completes other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job, the successful candidate must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability needed. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
 

• Comfortable working under tight deadlines with a focus on detail and accuracy.
• Strong Microsoft Excel including familiarity with pivot tables, VLOOKUP functions, Macro, Power BI
• Strong analytical skills including an ability to identify and solve problems in a timely manner.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must demonstrate ability to identify and fix processes.
• Must be highly organized and demonstrate an ability to prioritize work activities.
• Capable of working independently, with minimal supervision, or as part of a team.
• Comfortable partnering with other business functions including Human Resources, Legal, Business Development, and front-line employees.

 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Five (5) years’ experience in supporting and overseeing accounting functions.
• Experience with project accounting.
• Familiarity with the accounts receivable and accounts payable functions required.
• Experience with QuickBooks required.
• Construction experience preferred.

 

BENEFITS:
 
Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D, Paid Holidays, PTO and 401k employer match

Apply in confidence for immediate consideration, including your salary requirement and preferred contact number. 

 

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