Accountant

We are seeking an experienced Accountant to join a well-established, privately held company in Central Houston. This position offers a broad range of accounting responsibilities, including general ledger accounting, financial reporting, inventory, and project-related accounting.

The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with other departments. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on accounting role in a stable, successful business.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts, including inventory, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and accruals.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting, supporting schedules, and variance analysis.
• Support inventory accounting, including cost of goods sold, inventory adjustments, and reconciliations.
• Assist with project accounting, including job costing, cost allocations, and revenue recognition.
• Work closely with operations and other departments to ensure accurate recording of costs and financial transactions.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and related depreciation.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and annual audit activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Accounting preferred.
• 3+ years of general accounting experience, preferably with exposure to full-cycle accounting.
• Strong general ledger, account reconciliation, and month-end close experience.
• Experience with inventory accounting, cost accounting, or job costing preferred.
• Background in distribution, construction, manufacturing, or another project-based business is a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with accounting software or ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and communicate effectively with other departments.

What We Offer

• Stable, established, privately held company.
• Broad accounting responsibilities with exposure to different areas of the business.
• Strong benefit package and competitive salary
• Great work/life balance
• Collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and grow professionally.