Accounting Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Analyst to join a growing accountancy organization in Houston, Texas in an in-office Contract role with the potential to become permanent. This position offers the chance to blend accounting support, tax-related administration, reporting, and client interaction in a fast-paced, detail-focused setting. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with detailed financial data, communicating with stakeholders, and contributing across multiple business needs. This opportunity is well suited for someone who wants to build expertise in municipal-focused financial operations while supporting a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities:
• Manage the accurate entry and application of taxpayer payments within the organization’s tax and accounting systems.
• Respond to inquiries from property owners, district contacts, and other stakeholders by providing clear and effective support on tax-related matters.
• Produce account analyses, financial summaries, and collection reports for internal leadership and client districts.
• Maintain large volumes of account data, using advanced Excel functions to review information, identify trends, and prepare reporting outputs.
• Reconcile bank activity, research variances, and help ensure financial records remain complete and accurate.
• Review accounts payable activity to confirm transactions are properly processed, applied, and documented.
• Support daily accounting operations through the use of QuickBooks and related financial tools.
• Prepare presentation materials for board meetings and deliver updates on collections, account activity, and financial results as needed.
• Partner with colleagues across departments to assist with operational priorities, client needs, and periods of increased workload, including occasional evening board meetings.• At least 5 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, tax administration, banking, municipal services, or a related financial operations role.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to build formulas, organize data, and perform lookups for reporting and analysis.
• Practical experience using QuickBooks in an accounting or bookkeeping environment.
• Background in bank reconciliations, accounts payable review, and general account analysis.
• Ability to interpret financial information accurately and resolve discrepancies through sound analytical thinking.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact confidently with clients, boards, and internal teams.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, adaptability, and a hands-on approach to supporting a variety of responsibilities in an office-based setting.
• Experience creating and delivering presentations is preferred, and prior leadership or supervisory exposure is a plus.