Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing accounting team in Houston, Texas in a Contract to permanent capacity. This opportunity is well suited for an early-career accounting specialist who wants to deepen technical knowledge, take on broader responsibilities over time, and contribute in a dynamic environment. The role offers exposure to core accounting operations, close activities, and process improvement efforts while working with internal partners across the organization. This role is best suited for someone who has already gained foundational accounting experience and is ready for the next step in their career. The successful candidate will be intellectually curious, eager to learn, and capable of understanding the "why" behind accounting transactions rather than simply completing transactional work. Candidates should be comfortable working in an environment experiencing ongoing change and should be excited about the opportunity to grow alongside the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Perform bank reconciliations for multiple accounts and resolve outstanding items by identifying root causes and appropriate accounting treatment.

• Prepare and review general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations to support accurate financial reporting.

• Examine account activity for variances, discrepancies, and irregular trends, then communicate findings and recommended actions.

• Support month-end closing tasks, including journal entries and related accounting schedules, as assigned.

• Partner with accounting leadership on workflow enhancements and assist with departmental changes that impact day-to-day accounting operations.

• Work cross-functionally with internal teams to gather information, clarify issues, and help address complex reconciliation matters.

• Maintain organized documentation for reconciliations, entries, and supporting analyses to strengthen audit readiness and reporting accuracy.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline preferred.
• 1–2 years of accounting experience in a detail-focused setting.
• Working knowledge of general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and core GAAP principles.
• Experience preparing balance sheet reconciliations; prior general ledger reconciliation experience is strongly preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze data efficiently and accurately.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities in a fast-moving environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage shifting priorities, and communicate effectively with stakeholders across the business.
• Familiarity with journal entries, corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return support is a plus.