Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary  

The Staff Accountant partners closely with the Chief Financial Officer to manage the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal control environment. This role is central to keeping our financial records accurate, strengthening the processes and controls behind them, and delivering the P&L insight leadership needs to make sound business decisions. 

We're looking for someone who takes ownership readily, works well without close supervision, and thrives in a fast-moving construction/manufacturing setting. This is a great fit for an accounting professional ready to build toward a senior controllership career. They will touch all layers of the accounting functions. The Executive team leads by teaching, not tasking. This role will be developed, not just managed. 

Key Responsibilities  

• Support the CFO with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes 

• Prepare and analyze profit & loss (P&L) statements, identifying variances, trends, and areas for improvement 

• Develop, document, and maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting and accounting processes 

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities 

• Oversee general ledger accuracy, account reconciliations, and journal entries 

• Coordinate with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll to ensure accurate, timely financial data across the organization 

• Support job costing and cost accounting analysis for manufacturing and construction operations 

Qualifications  

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required 

• CPA preferred but not required 

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience 

• At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing, construction, or a related industry 

• Strong P&L analysis and financial statement preparation skills 

• Solid grounding in internal controls, process design, and compliance 

• Comfortable taking initiative and managing competing priorities with minimal day-to-day direction 

• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Sage, or similar platforms) 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft applications 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work directly with executive leadership 

• Willingness to start remote and transition to a hybrid schedule in the Houston, TX area 

Preferred Experience  

• Experience supporting multi-entity or multi-location accounting operations 

• Experience supporting external audit preparation and CPA firm relationships 

• Job costing experience in a construction or manufacturing environment 

• Process improvement or system implementation experience 

What We Offer  

• Competitive salary based on experience 

• Eligible to participate in discretionary annual bonus program 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance 

• 401(k) with company match 

• Paid time off and company holidays 

• Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization, with a clear path toward senior controllership 

• A collaborative, team-focused work environment 

Why Join Fencecrete  

At Fencecrete, we value integrity, accountability, and teamwork. Our employees are key to our continued success and reputation for excellence in the industry. If you are a motivated accounting professional who takes pride in accuracy, process, and driving financial insight, we encourage you to apply.