Senior Accountant

Position Summary

The Sr. Accountant will support corporate by maintaining accurate records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, and tax liabilities, and ensuring financial reporting accuracy. The role will focus on monthly close with a strong emphasis on lease accounting (ASC 842), reconciliations, and corporate-level accounting activities, while also assisting with audits, compliance, and process improvements across the Finance Department. Position will train or mentor Accountants as directed.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the company's lease accounting through Lease Query - including coordinating with sites to understand the nature of leases, identify new leases, identify modifications, and any other leasing activity impacted by ASC 842. Ensure monthly lease journal entries are recorded accurately.
• Own core month end close activities including accruals, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Take full ownership of the fixed asset process including capitalization, project tracking, approvals, reporting, and accuracy of the subledger.
• Partner with the Senior Accounting Manager and Director of Accounting to support the rebuild of the fixed asset subledger and strengthen policies, controls, and reporting.
• Prepare schedules and support documentation for internal reporting and PE sponsor reviews.
• Identify gaps in existing processes and recommend improvements to drive efficiency.
• Collaborate cross functionally with Operations and FP&A on capital projects and month end deliverables.
• Support system modernization efforts.
• Handle additional projects related to close, analysis, and reporting as assigned.
• Partner with other departments to support process improvements, system enhancements, and special projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in corporate or multi-entity environments.
• Strong understanding of ASC 842 (leasing)
• Experience with Accounting Software (Microsoft Dynamics GP or similar ERP); strong MS Office skills, especially Excel.
• Blend of industry experience and public accounting audit is preferred
• Proactive mindset with interest in improving processes and supporting system upgrades
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and corporate accounting practices.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and work independently.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Able to collaborate with individuals across all levels of the organization; customer-focused mindset.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency.

Who we are!

RESA Power is a dynamic, people first organization that prides itself on being the employer of choice in its industry! RESA is fortunate to have an extraordinarily talented group of people who take pride in everything they do! RESA Power has locations throughout the United States & Canada. We are a trusted service provider committed to ensuring the safety, performance, and compliance of electrical distribution systems. With a track record of long-term partnerships and excellence in customer experience for nearly a decade!

Our Mission

Ensure reliable and safe mission-critical power across our customers' electrical infrastructure lifecycle.

Our Vision

To be the premier, first-choice, trusted provider in the US and Canada for critical power services and products by delivering the best customer and employee experience in the industry.

Core Cultural Competencies

We do it right

• We pride ourselves on our integrity and expertise. We don't cut corners.
• You perform job responsibilities safely, efficiently, and thoroughly all day, every day.
• You conduct yourself professionally, ethically, and honestly.
• You display sound judgment and decision-making skills. You avoid choosing courses of action that assume unreasonable risk to yourself or the Company.
• You are on time and preplan time off.
• You produce a quality product.

We are customer driven

• Our number one concern is our customers and our long-term relationships with them prove our dedication.
• You approach job responsibilities with enthusiasm, professionalism, and in a customer focused manner.
• You promote goodwill by handling all contacts (example: coworkers, management, vendors, customers, etc.) with respect, courtesy, cooperation, attentiveness and following instructions from management.

We focus on growth

• We are dedicated to growing the company and our employees.
• You understand and apply your knowledge of techniques, policy, procedures, equipment, and skills involved in the job.
• You seek out new assignments and assume additional duties.
• You seek to expand your abilities (certifications, continuing ed, OTJ experience, etc.).

We solve problems

• Every day is different, so we need to be innovative, decision makers, flexible and adaptable.
• You efficiently and thoroughly complete assignments.
• You perform work assignments independently.
• You propose new ideas and find better ways of doing things.

We get it done

• We are efficient, reliable and no nonsense. We work hard, but we also play hard.
• You follow through on commitments in a timely way.
• You produce easily understandable and accurate reports that meet customer and/or Company expectations.
• You actively listen. You seek advice and help as appropriate.
• You can effectively deliver messages to a variety of individuals (RESA employees, vendors, customers, etc.).

We build strong relationships

• Our leaders are servant leaders. We provide you with the support of a well-run company, but the connectedness of a family. We collaborate with each other and our customers.
• You collaborate to create the best solutions for each other and our customers.
• You build strong relationships within the team, across RESA departments and locations and with customers and vendors.

Additional Information

Travel: 0-5%

Location: Houston, TX


Compensation: $85,000 - $119,000 depending on experience

Physical Demands: Occasionally lifting 25lbs. Position sits completing computer and phone work.

RESA Power is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

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