Accountant III

sci; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

sci in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced accountant to perform routine technical accounting and/or auditing work, applying GAAP and accounting theory to ensure accurate financial records.

The role requires four years of full-cycle accounting, strong data analysis, and the ability to lead and mentor junior staff, with advanced Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint to prepare reports and support audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related discipline.
• Four years of full-cycle accounting experience with emphasis on financial data analysis and process improvements.
• Understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Strong data analysis and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Performing reconciliations with applicable support.
• Prepare work papers, amortization schedules and reports.
• Examines accounting documents for accuracy of computations.
• Ensure transactions comply with policies and GAAP.
• Provide assistance to field staff to explain financials.
• Prepare reports using manual methods and/or software.
• Explain accounting practices and procedures as requested.
• Prepare variance analysis on assigned accounts.
• Upload journal entries monthly.
• May prepare foreign currency translations.
• Prepare GAAP-compliant reports.
• Respond to SOX and audit requests as needed.
• Lead special projects as necessary.
• Lead and mentor lower level accounting staff.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Independent work style

Strong communication

Data analysis

Problem solving

Teamwork

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Power BI

PowerPoint

Excel Automation Add-ins

Job description

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JOB SUMMARY

Performs a variety of routine technical accounting and/or auditing work, which requires the application of accounting theory and practices.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performing and reviewing reconciliations with applicable support
• Preparing work papers, amortization schedules and reports
• Examines a variety of accounting documents to verify accuracy of computations
• Ensures transactions are in accordance with applicable authority, policies, procedures, and are recorded consistent with acceptable accounting standards
• Provides assistance to field staff to demonstrate or explain financials
• Prepares accounting reports utilizing manual methods and/or computer software
• Demonstrates or explains accounting practices and procedures as requested
• Prepares variance analysis on assigned accounts.
• Uploads journal entries on monthly basis.
• May prepare foreign currency translations.
• Prepares various reports for compliance with GAAP regulations.
• Responds to SOX and internal/external audit requests as needed.
• Leads special projects as necessary.
• Leads and provides guidance to lower level accounting staff.

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the essential functions or duties related to this job

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline

Experience

Four (4) years of Full-cycle accounting experience with emphasis on financial data analysis and process improvements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of accounting principles, GAAP
• Ability to work independently, prioritizing and meeting multiple deadlines
• Advanced Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Excel Automation Add-ins, Power Point and Power BI) experience a must.
• Ability to take the initiative to discuss assignments, expectations, priorities and deadlines as well as seek guidance from supervisor.
• Strong analytical, organization, multi-tasking and problem solving skills.
• Strong written/verbal communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong data analysis, involving large data volumes, and presentation skills.
• Utilize automation tools and software to streamline routine tasks and increase efficiency.
• Demonstrates knowledge of process review, documentation and recommends improvements.

Postal Code: 77019

Category (Portal Searching): Finance and Accounting

Job Location: US-TX - Houston