Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Clayton Services is searching for a Staff Accountant to join a thriving manufacturing distribution company in West Houston. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for owning the company's accounting function, preparing accurate financial reporting, managing month-end close activities, supporting inventory reconciliation efforts, and providing financial insights to leadership.

Job Type: Direct Hire Pay Range: $80,000 - $100,000 depending on experience Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) w/ match, life, short & long term disability, PTO, and more.

Staff Accountant Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly financial statements, including income statements and balance sheets
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure financial data accuracy
• Perform month-end and year-end close activities
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and banking activity
• Assist with cash flow reporting and financial analysis
• Support budgeting and forecasting initiatives
• Analyze financial results and provide reporting to company leadership
• Coordinate with outside CPA firms regarding annual tax filings and financial reporting requirements
• Support franchise tax, property tax, and other business compliance requirements
• Maintain fixed asset records and schedules
• Participate in inventory reconciliations, cycle counts, and physical inventory activities
• Assist with inventory reporting and reorder analysis utilizing ERP and spreadsheet-based reporting tools
• Develop and improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and internal controls
• Supervise and support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
• Assist with payroll, HR administration, and other operational projects as business needs evolve
• Work closely with company leadership to improve financial visibility and decision-making

Staff Accountant Skills and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statement preparation
• Ability to independently manage accounting functions in a small business environment
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including formulas, pivot tables, and reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Ability to organize and analyze large amounts of financial and inventory-related data
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a growing entrepreneurial environment

Staff Accountant Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 2+ years of accounting experience required
• Experience preparing financial statements required
• Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close required
• Experience supporting inventory accounting or inventory reconciliation activities preferred
• Experience working in a distribution, inventory-driven, wholesale, or industrial business environment preferred
• Experience working directly with outside CPA firms preferred

Staff Accountant - Immediate need. Apply now!