Accounting & Compliance Coordinator

Aquent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent is hiring an Accounting & Compliance Coordinator in Houston, Texas. This role involves supporting financial operations and corporate compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of Accounts Payable experience and a Bachelor's degree. Key responsibilities include managing compliance processes and overseeing accounts payable. The position requires strong analytical skills and professionalism. Must work on-site 5 days a week. Candidates familiar with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central will be preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on Accounts Payable experience.
• Bachelor's degree required (all fields of study considered).
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and renew state-specific collection licenses and regulatory filings.
• Support and oversee offshore Accounts Payable processes.
• Research and reconcile financial discrepancies to ensure accurate reporting.
• Manage employee expense reporting and resolve related inquiries.
• Support payroll administration and other accounting functions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem-solving abilities

Discretion and professionalism

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics Business Central

Job description

Our client is a growing, global financial services firm specializing in accounting and bankruptcy-related services. With a strong U.S. presence and a highly skilled international team, they combine operational excellence with a collaborative, service-driven culture.

The Houston office is expanding, and this role is a critical hire to support that growth, enhance operational efficiency, and provide long-term continuity for the team.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounting & Compliance Coordinator to support both financial operations and corporate compliance initiatives. This dual-function role is responsible for maintaining regulatory standing across multiple states while also overseeing key accounts payable and expense management processes.

The ideal candidate is analytical, discreet, and professional, with the ability to manage sensitive documentation, reconcile financial discrepancies, and interact confidently with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & Regulatory Administration

• Maintain and renew state-specific collection licenses and regulatory filings
• Manage corporate compliance processes including:
• Certificates of Insurance (COIs)
• Property tax appraisals
• Business renditions
• Ensure company compliance with applicable state licensing and regulatory requirements
• Maintain organized records and documentation related to compliance activities

Accounts Payable & Financial Operations

• Support and oversee offshore Accounts Payable processes
• Assist with complex AP issue resolution and 1099 administration
• Research and reconcile financial discrepancies to ensure accurate reporting
• Manage employee expense reporting and resolve related inquiries
• Support payroll administration and other accounting functions
• Print checks and assist with wire/ACH setup and processing
• Serve as a liaison for AP and compliance-related inquiries from leadership

Qualifications

Required Experience & Education

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on Accounts Payable experience
• Bachelor’s degree required (all fields of study considered)

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central preferred

Professional Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interpret legal, financial, and technical documentation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information
• Comfortable interacting directly with ownership and senior leadership
• Full-time, on-site position in Houston near the Galleria
• Must be able to work in-office 5 days per week
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and operate standard office equipment
• Occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds
• Quiet to moderate office environment
• Background check and drug screening required