Accounting Analyst

Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking an Accounting Analyst to support cash application, financial reporting, month-end close and treasury processes.

The role involves post and reconcile daily cash receipts, preparing consolidated management reports, and assisting with journal entries and audits. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance and 5+ years of experience, with strong GAAP knowledge and ERP experience (SAP, QuickBooks).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP and QuickBooks).
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills with large data sets, pivots, formulas and reporting workbooks.

Responsibilities

• Post and reconcile daily cash receipts across multiple business units.
• Prepare and distribute daily consolidated reports to management.
• Assist with accounting inquiries, reporting requests, journal entry support, and month-end close activities.
• Support accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, including entry and management of payables in internal systems.
• Create and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries.
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations and rollforwards.
• Maintain reporting systems and databases within QuickBooks, SAP, and other internal systems; investigate variances.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

QuickBooks

Job description

Summary

Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best-in-class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.

The Accounting Analyst plays a key role in supporting Accounting and Finance operations, including cash application, financial reporting, month-end close activities, treasury processes, and accounts receivable and payable functions.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Post and reconcile daily cash receipts across multiple business units
• Prepare and distribute daily consolidated reports to management
• Assist with accounting inquiries, reporting requests, journal entry support, and month-end close activities
• Support accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, including the entry and management of payables in internal systems
• Create and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations and rollforwards
• Maintain reporting systems and databases within QuickBooks, SAP, and other internal systems, and investigate variances between ERP data and reporting outputs
• Compile audit requests and prepare supporting documentation for internal and external audits
• Assist in the preparation of executive summaries, management reports, ad hoc analyses, and special projects. Identify opportunities to improve close processes, reporting accuracy, documentation, controls, and overall efficiency across accounting activities
• All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• 5 plus years of experience
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, intercompany accounting, and financial reporting
• Experience with ERP systems and reporting tools preferred, such as SAP and QuickBooks
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to work with large data sets, reconciliations, rollforwards, pivot tables, formulas, and reporting workbooks
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control concepts
• Strong attention to detail, analytical ability, organizational skills, and ability to meet strict daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively with corporate finance, divisional controllers, subsidiaries, operations, accounts payable, and management
• Ability to work independently while also contributing to a collaborative team environment

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