General Accountant

Optimus - People. Solutions. Delivered.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimus - People. Solutions. Delivered. is seeking a General Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records, supporting audits, and collaborating with teams for efficient processes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and over 5 years of accounting experience, strong Excel and MS Office skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Knowledge of internal controls and audit practices is required, with experience in systems like Great Plains being a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of general accounting experience is required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Knowledge of internal controls and audit processes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and accruals.
• Support internal/external audits and maintain documentation.
• Manage ETRM-related settlements and invoice processing.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

MS Office skills

Strong communication skills

Highly organized

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Great Plains

SAP Concur

ETRM systems

Job description

General Accountant - Role Summary

The General Accountant is responsible for supporting day‑to‑day accounting operations, financial reporting, and operational accounting activities across multiple entities. This role ensures accurate financial records, supports audits, and partners with cross‑functional teams to maintain strong controls and efficient processes.

Key Responsibilities

Financial & General Accounting (50%)

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Maintain schedules for prepaids, fixed assets, leases, and depreciation
• Perform bank reconciliations and support monthly/quarterly close
• Prepare financial statements and consolidated reporting packages
• Support internal/external audits and maintain documentation/procedures
• Analyze SG&A, budgets, and variances; assist with management reporting
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Support tax, KYC, and internal control activities
• Provide guidance to junior staff and assist with team coverage

Operational Accounting (50%)

• Manage ETRM‑related settlements (AP/AR) and invoice processing
• Reconcile system interfaces and maintain data integrity
• Support commodity accounting, including inventory and transaction tie‑outs
• Assist with monthly close for operational entities
• Maintain procedures and internal controls for settlements and gross margin
• Partner with commercial teams to ensure accurate trade capture
• Monitor and process commodity settlements
• Maintain master data (contracts, counterparties) in trading systems
• Support financial disclosures and tax compliance (sales/use, property tax)
• Act as a key contact for operational audits

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of general accounting experience
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally
• Knowledge of internal controls and audit processes
• Experience with Great Plains, SAP Concur, or ETRM systems is a plus