Sr. Accountant, Houston

Job Description

Job Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a services organization in Houston, Texas. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing close activities, and ensuring balance sheet accounts are fully supported. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, careful attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:• Lead monthly closing activities by preparing and reviewing financial entries, schedules, and supporting documentation to ensure timely reporting. • Maintain the general ledger by recording accounting activity accurately and verifying that transactions are classified in the appropriate accounts.• Prepare and post journal entries related to accruals, adjustments, and recurring accounting activity in accordance with established policies. • Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and investigate variances to resolve discrepancies promptly. • Complete bank account reconciliations on a regular basis and follow up on outstanding items to keep records current and accurate.• Analyze financial data during the close cycle and identify issues that may affect reporting accuracy or compliance. • Partner with internal stakeholders to gather supporting information, answer accounting questions, and improve the efficiency of routine processes.• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including work in a senior-level accounting capacity.• Demonstrated expertise with month-end close procedures and preparation of related accounting documentation. • Strong understanding of general ledger management, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation practices. • Hands-on experience performing bank reconciliations and researching reconciling items to resolution.• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards. • High level of accuracy, organization, and ability to meet deadlines in a deadline-driven environment. • Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for reconciliations, analysis, and reporting.