Full Charge Bookkeeper

Full-Charge Accountant

Location: Waco, TX (Relocation Candidates Will Be Considered)

A well-established organization is seeking an experienced Full-Charge Accountant to take complete ownership of the accounting cycle and financial records for two entities. This is a key accounting role supporting the CFO and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the company’s financial reporting.

The Full-Charge Accountant will oversee comprehensive accounting and bookkeeping functions from accounts payable and accounts receivable through general ledger management, reconciliations, month-end close, financial statement preparation, budgeting, and forecasting. The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of full-cycle accounting experience, mandatory QuickBooks proficiency, strong Excel skills, and a proven history of long-term tenure and commitment to their career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take complete ownership of the accounting cycle and financial records for two entities through the point of tax preparation
• Support the CFO in maintaining the integrity and accuracy of the QuickBooks ledgers and financial reports
• Manage the full accounts payable and accounts receivable cycles, including vendor invoices, customer invoices, and accurate coding to expense accounts or inventory
• Prepare and post all journal entries, including accruals, depreciation, and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
• Perform and maintain accurate bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations
• Manage the month-end close process to ensure financial information is accurate, complete, and audit ready
• Prepare accurate monthly and periodic financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements
• Prepare annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts for the entities
• Prepare financial data and supporting documentation for auditors and other outside professionals
• Develop and maintain ad hoc financial and accounting reports as needed by management
• Research accounting issues and provide appropriate solutions and recommendations
• Communicate clearly and professionally with senior management, CPAs, auditors, vendors, and other business professionals
• Handle confidential financial and company information with a high degree of professionalism and discretion
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and recommend methods to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Assist the CFO and senior management with special projects and other accounting-related initiatives as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• CPA license strongly preferred, but not required for candidates with proven, tenured full-charge accounting experience
• 10+ years of comprehensive accounting and bookkeeping experience with demonstrated ownership of the full accounting cycle
• Mandatory proficiency in QuickBooks;
  QuickBooks certification preferred
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills required
• Extensive experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, journal entries, general ledger management, and financial statement preparation
• Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles and financial reporting
• Proven experience with month-end close, budgeting, and forecasting
• Strong understanding of balance sheets, income statements, and general financial reporting
• Ability to work independently and take complete ownership of accounting responsibilities
• Strong research, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements
• Proven long-term employment history and commitment to building a long-term career
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced accounting professional seeking a long-term role with significant ownership and responsibility over the financial operations of multiple entities. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting professional who can independently manage the complete accounting cycle, partner effectively with the CFO and senior leadership, and serve as a trusted resource for financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and accounting processes.

For immediate consideration, please contact Nate Algood directly.

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