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Accountant

Houston, TX

Full-time

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Accountant will have experience in full cycle general ledger accounting and will be responsible for general accounting functions in the accounting department.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Supervises clerical personnel as needed.
  • Assists in training clerical personnel.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Performs general accounting functions and other related duties.
  • Direct involvement with month-end close procedures including the preparing account reconciliations, journal entries and other supporting/tracking schedules.
  • Verifies and ensures timely payment of vendor invoices and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts.
  • Monitors invoicing process and analyzes accounts receivable aging schedules for customer collections.
  • Assists in performing cash management functions such as the monitoring and recording of cash transactions, preparation of wire transfers and bank account reconciliations.
  • Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts to ensure compliance with GAAP.
  • Assists with preparation of supporting schedules and documents needed for external audit.
  • Perform ad-hoc projects and other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of GAAP standards as well as internal controls.
  • Experience with QuickBooks and/or NetSuite.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills as well as attention to detail.
  • Ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with outside customers and external auditors.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  • One to two years of general accounting experience required; public accounting experience a plus.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.