Corporate Accounting Manger

XRI Water; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

XRI Water in Houston, TX is seeking a Corporate Accounting Manager to partner with the Controller and lead the accounting team through monthly close, financial reporting, and internal controls.

You will oversee journal entries, reconciliations, fixed assets, leases, audits, and ERP enhancements (NetSuite). CPA preferred; strong leadership and communication are required to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with month-end close and financial statement preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly close processes to ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, fixed assets, leases, and other activities.
• Support preparation of financial statements, management reporting, and P&L analysis.
• Assist with audits, tax requests, and compliance requirements.
• Oversee treasury activities including cash forecasting and bank reconciliation.
• Supervise and develop accounting staff; mentor team members.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate reporting.
• Lead process improvements and ERP optimization, including NetSuite enhancements.
• Document accounting treatments for complex transactions and develop policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA designation preferred

Tools

Excel

Financial reporting tools

Oracle NetSuite

Job description

Corporate Accounting Manager

Location: Houston, TX- Greenway Plaza (In Office Position)

Purpose

The Corporate Accounting Manager serves as the Controller's primary business partner and is responsible for overseeing the Company's accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end close, compliance activities, and internal controls. This position provides leadership to the accounting team, supports strategic finance initiatives, and serves as the Controller's backup when needed.

Role/Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare and review assigned journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, fixed assets, lease accounting, and other key accounting activities.
• Assist with preparation and review of financial statements, management reporting, and P&L analysis.
• Support annual audits, tax request, and compliance requirements.
• Assist with treasury activities, including cash forecasting, bank reconciliation, and working capital management.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
• Partner with cross-function teams to support business objectives and financial reporting accuracy.
• Lead accounting process improvements, ERP optimization initiatives, and NetSuite enhancements.
• Research and document accounting treatment for complex transactions and develop accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist with special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Detail-oriented and result-driven.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience managing month-end close and financial statement preparation.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Experience with Oracle NetSuite strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to push, pull, lift, carry maximum weight 35lbs
• Ability to work extended hours during month-end close, audit periods, and special projects as needed.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

XRI is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.