A construction company is seeking an Accountant to support day-to-day accounting activities and ensure accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with strong knowledge of GAAP and experience in accounts payables and supporting month-end close processes. Working collaboratively, the successful candidate will enhance accounting processes by performing reconciliations, managing financial records, and supporting reporting activities while ensuring compliance, streamlining procedures, and contributing to team success.

Salary + Additional Benefits:

• $75,000-$90,000
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, holidays, and personal days
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• A supportive team environment where your contributions make a difference

Location: Houston, TX (Southeast)

Type of Position: Direct Hire

• Contribute to the monthly close by recording general ledger activity.
• Prepare and maintain schedules related to prepaid expenses and insurance.
• Record monthly accruals for prepaid items and insurance.
• Manage fixed asset records and calculate depreciation schedules.
• Compile documentation for monthly sales tax filings in coordination with external advisors.
• Reconcile weekly banking activity and enter necessary transfers and related transactions.
• Provide support for year-end audit preparations, including gathering required documentation.
• Review and input corporate credit card statements across business units.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of company credit card accounts.
• Manage corporate credit card program setup and administration within the ERP system.
• Review and verify accuracy of accounts payable entries.
• Input AP invoices when necessary and oversee entries submitted by AP support staff.
• Coordinate and execute weekly accounts payable payment runs.
• Track open purchase orders and reconcile related accrual accounts.
• Work with inventory team members to improve data accuracy and organization.
• Assist with the setup and maintenance of warehouse locations and cycle counting processes.
• Ensure all inventory-related transactions are accurately costed to jobs.
• Create and manage non-stock inventory items for tracking vendor pricing.
• Monitor company expenditures and assist in identifying opportunities for cost reduction.
• Review outstanding sales orders and support operational process improvements.
• Manage the accounts receivable process to ensure accurate and timely invoicing.
• Review aging reports and help facilitate collection efforts.
• Audit customer account activity to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support proper billing and project documentation.
• Provide oversight and support to billing and receivables staff as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a construction or manufacturing environment
• Experience supervising or supporting accounts receivable processes
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and general accounting practices
• Experience with ERP systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting
• Highly organized with strong analytical and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines