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Robert Half Sr. Accountant in Houston, Texas

Description

Our client, in the Greenspoint area, is looking to hire an experienced Senior Accountant to support the corporate accounting activities for this growing organization on a permanent basis. Tenure is important to this manager and his team.

Responsibilities:

  • Support the monthly/quarterly close process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of entries for designated areas.

  • Help to deliver precise financial statements and reports to management, contributing to informed decision-making.

  • Conduct comprehensive analysis and reconciliations of income statement and balance sheet accounts, investigating discrepancies from forecasts and historical trends.

  • Collaborate closely with the Operations team, providing insights and solutions for accounting and financial inquiries.

  • Champion ongoing enhancements within the group, implementing streamlined processes and meticulously documenting procedures.

  • Provide support for interim and year-end reporting, addressing audit requirements, and assisting external auditors if necessary.

  • Collaborate with the FP& A team, aiding in budget and forecast activities. Challenge operational assumptions to underpin effective variance analysis.

  • Flexibly embrace additional duties as directed by management.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Seeking 4+ years of progressive experience in accounting.

  • Display adaptability to work extended hours during financial reporting close.

  • Exhibit independent work capabilities within a fast-paced environment, adeptly managing shifting priorities and meeting deadlines.

  • Possess proficient computer skills, as the role requires interaction with multiple software applications.

  • Showcase strong analytical abilities and a foundation of technical accounting knowledge.

  • Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.

  • Highlight exceptional organizational proficiency.

  • Prove your commitment to ethics, professionalism, and discretion.

  • Embrace a meticulous attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance.

  • 4+ yrs of accounting experience through financial statement preparation and preparing a financial reporting package

  • ERP – like SAP or Oracle

  • Advanced MS Excel

For more information on this role and or other opportunities please feel free to reach out.

Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Possess professional certification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant). Not required.

• Demonstrated experience in month-end close processes.

• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

• Have strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information.

• Proven experience in financial forecasting and diagnosis, corporate finance, and information analysis.

• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Proactive in identifying problems and diligently solving them.

• Ability to adapt to new tools and software.

• Strong organizational and planning skills.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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