Part-Time Accountant – West Houston, In-Office 3 Days/Week

Professional Alternatives; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Professional Alternatives is seeking an Accountant for a contract, in-office role in West Houston (3 days per week, 8:00 am–5:00 pm). The position provides accounting and administrative support to maintain accurate financial records and smooth event operations for the organization.

The ideal candidate will have accounting/bookkeeping experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with QuickBooks, Bill.com, or Sage.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative support preferred.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial recordkeeping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with QuickBooks, Bill.com, or Sage preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to learn new systems and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process checks, deposits, refunds, and event-related payments.
• Review bank activity and verify transactions recorded in QuickBooks and Bill.com.
• Maintain W-9 documentation and assist with annual 1099 reporting.
• Prepare monthly reports and event profit and loss (P&L) schedules; identify variances and discrepancies.
• Record and track credit card transactions and expenses using Excel.
• Review event financial and operational reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain financial records, supporting documentation, and year-end files.
• Assist with Bill.com issue resolution, Sage implementation projects, and unclaimed property matters.
• Reconcile survey tracking records with SurveyMonkey results.
• Provide general administrative support, including office supply ordering and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounting basics

Excel proficiency

QuickBooks familiarity

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Tools

QuickBooks

Bill.com

Sage

Job description

Professional Alternatives is seeking an Accountant for a contract, in-office role in West Houston (3 days per week, 8:00 am–5:00 pm). The position provides accounting and administrative support to maintain accurate financial records and smooth event operations for the organization.

The ideal candidate will have accounting/bookkeeping experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with QuickBooks, Bill.com, or Sage.