Accountant II

Campbell Transportation Company; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell Transportation Company in Houston, TX is seeking an Accountant II to support daily financial operations, maintain the general ledger, and participate in month-end close and reporting processes. The role requires strong analytical skills, GAAP knowledge, and the ability to collaborate across departments.

You will assist with reconciliations, asset accounting, audits, and ad hoc reporting. Proficiency in Excel and accounting software is essential, with the position reporting to the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 1-3 years of experience.
• Strong Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables).
• Working knowledge of GAAP reporting.
• Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and time management.
• Experience with financial accounting software and adaptability to learn new tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain monthly fixed asset system: additions, disposals, depreciation, and asset locations.
• Prepare and maintain journal entries and general ledger accounts.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Perform bank, credit card, and account reconciliations.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed.
• Prepare financial reports, schedules, and documentation for audits.
• Ensure compliance with policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Maintain organized accounting records and documentation.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Post daily cash entries and manage prepaids/recurring entries.
• Review daily A/P and A/R batches for posting with colleagues.

Skills

Excel

GAAP

Analytical thinking

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft GP

Job description

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Professional Houston, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1323

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accountant II to support day-to-day financial operations. The ideal candidate will assist with general ledger maintenance, month-end close activities, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and compliance with accounting standards. This role requires strong analytical skills, accuracy, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. The Accountant II is expected to assist in various ad hoc reporting requests as well as various departmental projects and initiatives. This position reports to the Manager- Accounting, and will be located in our Houston, TX office.

• Responsible for the monthly maintenance of the fixed asset system including recording additions, disposals, depreciation and any modifications to asset locations.
• Prepare and maintain journal entries and general ledger accounts
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Perform bank, credit card, and account reconciliations
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
• Prepare financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation
• Analyze financial data and investigate discrepanciesAssist with audits by preparing requested documentation and schedules
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls
• Maintain organized accounting records and documentation
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities
• Post daily cash transactions
• Maintain prepaids and recurring entries monthly entries
• Assist with reviewing approving daily A/P and A/R batches for posting
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve accounting-related issues

Minimum Educational and Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from a certified institution.
• 1-3 years of experience.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (formulas, pivot tables, etc.).
• Displays working knowledge of GAAP reporting.
• Excellent critical thinking as well as analytical skills.
• Possesses exceptional organizational skills and is an effective time manager and multi-tasker.
• Displays knowledge of financial accounting software programs and an aptitude for learning new software applications.
• Displays good interpersonal skills along with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Educational and Job Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft GP

Physical Capabilities:

• Carry, push, pull or move 10 pounds regularly, or up to 20 pounds occasionally
• Ability to sit up to 8 hours per day

Note that nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time, and the list of job tasks is not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by management as needed.

AAP/EEO Statement

Campbell Transportation Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.