Junior Accountant

Employment & Training Centers, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical PPO with two plan options

Dental and Vision PPO coverage

Voluntary Life Insurance

401(k) plan with 4 percent company match

Discretionary year-end bonus

Job summary

A respected engineering firm in Houston is seeking a Junior Accountant to manage daily financial operations and support upper management. The candidate will handle transaction processing, financial reporting, and compliance while working closely with the Controller. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and strong experience with Deltek Vantagepoint. This opportunity offers competitive compensation and a supportive work environment for career growth.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of professional accounting experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience using Deltek Vantagepoint or Vision preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Record and review daily accounts receivable and cash receipts.
• Generate, review, and approve monthly invoices.
• Manage accounts payable transactions and vendor payments.
• Reconcile monthly bank statements with the general ledger.
• Prepare and present monthly financial reports to the Controller.

Skills

Deltek Vantagepoint experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Work Arrangement: Full-Time | On-Site | Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM | Limited Travel

Compensation: $60,000 – $75,000 annually, depending on experience + benefits

Our client is one of Texas’s most respected firms in design, engineering, and project management consulting. With over 40 years of industry leadership, the firm serves public and private clients across the state, delivering solutions in infrastructure planning, construction, and management. With offices in Houston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, and El Paso, Our client remains committed to excellence and integrity in every project.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a Junior Accountant to manage daily financial operations and support upper-level managers and corporate officers. In this role, you will contribute directly to financial reporting, transaction processing, and system accuracy. You will work closely with the Controller and play an active role in maintaining smooth and compliant accounting operations.

This position is ideal for an accountant who has strong Deltek Vantagepoint experience and enjoys working in a structured, project-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Record and review daily accounts receivable and cash receipts
• Generate, review, and approve monthly invoices
• Manage accounts payable transactions, including vendor and subconsultant payments, credit card transactions, and PTO reports
• Reconcile monthly bank statements with the general ledger
• Oversee weekly timesheet reviews and approvals in Deltek Vantagepoint
• Coordinate employee communication regarding timesheet submissions
• Review monthly benefits transactions
• Maintain accurate financial records using Deltek Vantagepoint
• Prepare and present monthly financial reports to the Controller
• Support payroll processing, accounts payable disbursements, and quarterly payroll tax reporting
• Analyze financial data for trends and compliance
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and company policies
• Facilitate communication between consultants, management, and the Controller
• Provide guidance and assist in developing standard operating procedures for accounting staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
• At least 2 years of professional accounting experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience using Deltek Vantagepoint or Vision preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively across departments and management levels
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Medical PPO with two plan options, including an HSA option
• Dental and Vision PPO coverage
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Supplemental Critical Illness and Hospital coverage
• Company paid Long Term and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) plan with 4 percent company match
• Annual performance review
• Discretionary year-end bonus

Why This Role

This is a strong opportunity to build your accounting career within a respected engineering firm that has served Texas communities for over four decades. You will work directly with leadership, gain hands on exposure to project-based accounting, and play a visible role in maintaining financial accuracy and operational stability.