Accountant

Mchd Tx; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

MCHD Tx in Conroe, TX is seeking an Accountant to support the CEO, CFO and Accounting Department. You will assist with general ledger activities, month-end close, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, about two years of accounting experience, and proficiency with accounting software, payroll systems and advanced Excel. Some involvement with audits and internal controls is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.
• Two years’ experience in accounting preferred.
• Proficient with accounting systems software, payroll systems, spreadsheets, and word processing.
• Proficient in Excel spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Support accounting department in timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.
• Assist CFO in maintaining internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Prepare financial statements and work papers to support the financial statements.

Skills

Accounting software

Payroll systems

Excel

Word processing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Payroll software

Job description

Accountant# AccountantHot JobAdministration - Conroe, TX 77304## OverviewSalary Range$31.66 - $41.90 Hourly## Description**TITLE:** Accountant **REPORTS TO:** Controller **DEPARTMENT:** Accounting **FLSA STATUS:** Non-Exempt**SUMMARY**The Accountant is responsible for providing support to the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Accounting Department in carrying out the responsibilities of the Accounting Department and the specific job responsibilities.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**include the following:* Support MCHD Accounting department in timely and accurate processing of financial transactions using best practices, following established policies, procedures and work rules.* Assist CFO in maintaining internal controls to insure safeguard of District’s assets.* Analyze general ledger accounts as required for budget, variance issues and forecasting.* Prepare financial statements and required work papers to support the financial statements; to include board reporting.* Prepare journal entries to maintain general ledger, including but not limited to month end close entries.* Complete balance sheet account reconciliations monthly including bank reconciliations.* Provide support to the year-end audit by preparing work papers/audit schedules.* Process transactions which may include: accounts payable/cash disbursements processing, accounts receivable/cash receipts processing and payroll processing/coordination.* Evaluate current procedures and assist in implementing changes to improve processes.* Coordinate with departments for budgeting and reporting.* Prepares daily cash & forecasting report.* Gains a thorough understanding of the financial operations of the company and its departments/customers.* Other duties/projects as assigned.**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES**This job has no supervisory responsibilities.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*** Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.* Two years’ experience in accounting preferred.**SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE*** Proficient with accounting systems software, payroll systems, spreadsheets, and word processing.* Proficient word processing and highly skilled in Excel spreadsheets required.**CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS*** Governmental Certifications a plus.* Maintain current Texas Driver’s License.* Remain insurable by the current insurance vendor of MCHD.* Required NIMS Training as referenced in the Safety & Emergency Management Policy SEM 27-201NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**PHYSICAL DEMAND CATEGORY:****Light Duty:** Lifting 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and / or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.**Audio-Visual & licensing Demands:*** Vision* Hearing**Specific Actions Required:** *In an eight hour day, this job may include:** Standing/Walking - Occasional* Sitting - 6-8 Hrs* Driving - Occasional**Work Environment:** *This job may include:** NA**Repetitive Motions:** *This job will include:** Simple Grasping* Fine Manipulation* Pushing & Pulling* Finger Dexterity**MANEUVERABILITY:** *This job will require: Occasional** Bending* Squatting* Climbing* Twisting* Reaching