Staff Accountant
Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional looking to grow your career in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? A confidential organization in the marine cargo handling industry is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its Financial Reporting team in Houston, TX.
About the Role
As a Staff Accountant, you'll play a key role in supporting monthly and quarterly financial reporting, maintaining day-to-day accounting operations, and contributing to tax compliance and treasury functions. This position reports directly to the Assistant Controller.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare journal entries, bank reconciliations, and month-end close support
- Record daily cash activity across multiple bank accounts
- Maintain general ledger and assist with fixed asset reconciliations
- Support federal, state, and local tax filings (property, sales/use, business)
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies
- Conduct financial analysis and respond to accounting inquiries
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to process improvements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
- Minimum 2 years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong understanding of US GAAP and internal controls
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (macros, formulas, graphs)
Employment Type: Full Time
If you're interested in the Staff Accountant position and are available to work in the Houston area, apply now by sending your resume to
[email protected] . Please send your resume in Word format and include your email and phone. Only those meeting the qualifications will receive a callback.
Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Aaron Vizcaino
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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