Accountant - Principal Accountant

Halliburton; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Halliburton in Houston, Texas seeks an Accountant to support corporate accounting and month-end close, including stock-based compensation, debt and pension related tasks, while ensuring timely reporting and regulatory compliance.

The role reports to the Corporate Accounting group and requires a degree in accounting or related field, 9 months+ experience, and willingness to work overtime during close. CPA or progress is preferred.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in accounting, business, or related field.
• Minimum nine (9) months of accounting experience.
• 2–5 years of accounting experience preferred.
• CPA or actively pursuing.
• Willingness to work overtime during month-end close to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Pro.
• Knowledge of US GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Maintain compliance with SOX controls over corporate accounting.
• Collaborate with cross functional groups to deliver accurate and timely reporting for executive and upper-level management.
• Assist in month-end close processes to facilitate timely and accurate financial results for indirect support functions and corporate accounting processes as well as forecast and budget support.
• Assist in preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Gather information and review data to ensure the accuracy of accruals and month end results.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in accounting, business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Adobe Pro

Job description

We are looking for the right people — people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world's largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry.

The Accountant - Corporate Accounting position serves a critical role in providing accounting support and reporting preparation to various indirect support functions as well as assisting in complex accounting processes.

This position will be part of the Corporate Accounting group and will report to a Manager/Supervisor within the Corporate Accounting group. They will assist in the month-end close process for indirect support functions, provide reporting and forecast/budging support, and handle ad-hoc accounting requests. Additionally, the position will assist (for some, not all, of the tasks listed below) in the accounting for stock-based compensation, bonus and other compensation programs, debt, investments, derivatives, legal/environmental reserves, pensions and other retirement programs, and insurance.

Responsibilities and Essential Duties

• Maintain compliance with applicable U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Maintain compliance with SOX controls over corporate accounting.
• Assist in collaboration with cross functional groups such as BD, HR, HSE, IT, Real Estate, Tax, Treasury, Legal to deliver accurate and timely reporting for executive and upper-level management.
• Assist in month-end close processes to facilitate timely and accurate financial results for indirect support functions and corporate accounting processes as well as forecast and budget support.
• Assist in preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Gather information and review data to ensure the accuracy of accruals and month end results.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of an undergraduate degree in accounting, business, or other related field and a minimum of nine (9) months of experience in accounting related roles.
• (2) to (5) years of experience in accounting related roles is strongly preferred.
• CPA or actively working on completing.
• Willingness to work overtime, as necessary, during month-end close to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment to produce accurate results.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Pro.
• Knowledge of US GAAP.

Skills

• Works well in a team environment.
• Solid attention to details, highly organized, and great time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

A plus, but not required:

• Public accounting experience.
• Large or global company experience.

Candidates having qualifications that exceed the minimum job requirements will receive consideration for higher level roles given (1) their experience, (2) additional job requirements, and/or (3) business needs. Depending on education, experience, and skill level, a variety of job opportunities might be available, including Accountant, Senior Accountant, or Principal Accountant.

World Class Benefits

At Halliburton, we're committed to providing you and your family with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package - which means we offer support for your physical, emotional, financial and parental needs, both now and in the future. When you join our team, you'll have access to a wide range of resources designed to help you thrive at work and at home. By clicking here, you can review a summary of the benefits available once you join.

Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

Location

3000 N. Sam Houston Parkway E.,Houston,Texas,77032, United States

Job Details

• Requisition Number: 211023
• Experience Level: Experienced Hire
• Job Family: Support Services
• Product Service Line: Finance
• Full Time / Part Time: Full-time

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Compensation Information

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.