Financial Analyst I

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Texas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Texas is seeking an accountant responsible for general ledger activities, financial reporting, treasury, and cash management. The role requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and relevant experience. The ideal candidate possesses strong Excel skills and analytical abilities. Excellent benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Education reimbursement

Bonus programs

Qualifications

• 3 years of accounting experience or 7 years of related experience.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries to close accounting books accurately.
• Reconcile bank accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Analyze Income Statement items to identify concerns.
• Perform reconciliations to ensure account accuracy.

Skills

Fundamental knowledge of GAAP

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Analytical and problem solving skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Job description

Overview

General Responsibilities: Plans, organizes, directs and performs all activities relating to the general ledger, financial reporting, treasury, and cash management.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Prepare the more basic journal entries to close the accounting books in an accurate and timely manner.
• Reconcile the more basic bank accounts and resolve discrepancies in an accurate and timely manner.
• Analyze the more basic Income Statements items to identify and correct any areas of concern.
• Analyze the basic General Ledger accounts and perform reconciliations to ensure account accuracy. Resolve outstanding issues in a timely manner.
• Analyze the more basic accrual accounts to ensure balances are appropriate and properly supported.
• Assist in preparing the period-end financial reports and packages used by leaders of the company.
• Support the request of the external auditors by developing and consolidating the documents requested in a timely manner.
• Complete ad hoc reporting and analysis on a frequent basis.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (with an emphasis in Accounting or Finance) and 3 years of accounting experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 7 years' related experience.
• Fundamental knowledge of GAAP and Reporting Standards.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Solid analytical and problem solving skills.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred Certification

• CPA

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About Terracon

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 7,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 180 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.