Junior Staff Accountant

Search Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global transportation company based in Houston is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to maintain accurate financial records and support timely financial reporting. The role involves participating in the monthly financial close, preparing journal entries, performing reconciliations, and aiding in financial analysis. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 1-2 years of accounting experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of accounting experience, public accounting audit experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and operational reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the monthly financial close process and reconcile accounts.
• Perform month-end procedures including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Assist with internal and external financial reporting requirements.
• Compile and analyze financial data for reports and statements.
• Review financial results and investigate variances.
• Monitor bank accounts and assist with cash flow projections.
• Prepare audit schedules and support audit requests.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience with accounting ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our Client provides global ocean transportation services with a focus on complex and specialized cargo. The organization supports both government-related and commercial shipments across international trade routes worldwide.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our Client is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the Accounting and Finance function by maintaining accurate financial records and contributing to timely and reliable financial reporting. This role plays a critical part in the monthly close process, account reconciliations, and financial analysis, while partnering closely with operations and senior accounting team members.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in the monthly financial close process, including preparation of journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Perform month-end close procedures for assigned accounts and vessels, including journal entries and reconciliations for cash, prepaid insurance, accruals, payroll, purchase orders, and other expenses.
• Assist with internal and external financial reporting requirements.
• Compile and analyze financial data to support the preparation of balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports.
• Review and analyze financial results at the vessel, port, and company level to ensure accuracy and completeness for reporting purposes.
• Partner with operations teams to investigate and explain significant variances between actual results, prior periods, and budget or forecast.
• Monitor bank accounts and assist with weekly cash flow projections.
• Prepare audit schedules and support internal and external audit requests.
• Assist in analyzing current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to help predict future revenues and expenses.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• One to two years of accounting experience, with public accounting audit experience considered a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and operational reporting tools.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with an accounting ERP system.
• Public accounting experience or CPA credential.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and comfort assisting with operational challenges and recommending solutions.
• Sound situational judgment in fast-paced operational environments.
• Collaborative team player who contributes positively to cross-functional teamwork and communication.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs, identify issues, and take initiative with minimal direction.
• Dependable work style with consistent follow-through, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines.