Accountant

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Corporate Accountant to join a growing organization in North Houston on a contract-to-hire basis. This role will be responsible for managing key accounting functions, including month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, account reconciliations, treasury activities, and tax support. The ideal candidate will have strong general ledger experience, a solid understanding of financial statements, and the ability to provide meaningful financial analysis to support business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely completion of all journal entries and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts and ensure the accuracy of balance sheet activity.
• Review trial balances across multiple entities and investigate discrepancies as needed.
• Analyze profit and loss statements, budgets, and prior-period results to identify trends, variances, and areas of risk.
• Prepare detailed account reconciliations and supporting schedules for balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with annual budgeting and ongoing financial forecasting processes.
• Support treasury functions, including cash management, bank reconciliations, and monitoring banking activity.
• Coordinate tax reporting activities and assist with tax filings in partnership with external CPA firms.
• Establish, maintain, and improve internal controls and accounting processes to ensure compliance and financial accuracy.
• Monitor financial performance and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and strengthen controls.
• Prepare management reports and financial analyses to support strategic business decisions.
• Assist with special projects, audits, and other ad hoc financial and accounting initiatives.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

3+ years of corporate accounting experience preferred.

Strong understanding of GAAP and full-cycle accounting processes.

Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and account reconciliations.

Knowledge of tax reporting and coordination with external CPA firms.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

SAP software is highly preferred but not required.

Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus but not required.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

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