Senior Accountant

Bishop Lifting Products Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bishop Lifting Products, Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its Corporate Finance team in Houston, TX. The role focuses on accurate closes, journal entries, reconciliations, and internal controls to support timely financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in accounting, strong Excel and ERP experience, and knowledge of ASC 805/842. This full-time position offers growth toward leadership roles within the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required; professional certifications preferred.
• 4+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment.
• US work authorization without sponsorship is required.
• Experience with cost accounting, KPI tracking, and internal controls is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP including ASC 805 and ASC 842.
• Assist year-end audits and provide documentation for external auditors.
• Mentor junior staff and promote a 'right the first time' approach.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on accounting impacts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA, CMA or MBA preferred

Tools

Business Dynamics 365

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

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Senior Accountant

Admin - Finance & Accounting - Slry Full Time Corporate, Houston, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1895

Our Mission:

Bishop Lifting Products, Inc. is the most trusted name in the lifting world. It has the deep expertise, services, and support to solve both routine and complex lifting challenges. We have the above and below-the-hook inventory customers need when they need it. And we have a culture of service and support that puts customer satisfaction first.

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Accountant to join our Corporate Finance team. This individual will take ownership of critical accounting processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness. The ideal candidate brings both technical expertise and a mindset focused on continuous improvement. With demonstrated success, this person will be a strong candidate for future promotion to Assistant Controller and ultimately Controller.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the monthly, quarterly and annual accounting close, ensuring comprehensive and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis and ad hoc reports as needed.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP including ASC 805 and ASC 842.
• Possess a working knowledge of cost accounting principles including KPI tracking and reporting to help drive process improvements and strengthen internal controls.
• Prepare supporting schedules for year-end audits and provide external auditors with necessary documentation and insights.
• Participate in special projects and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on company goals and accounting impacts.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff, modeling accountability and a "right the first time" approach.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance – CPA, CMA or MBA preferred.
• 4+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Experience in managing the financial close process for multiple entities across different jurisdictions is highly desirable.
• Proven expertise in managing complex accounting tasks.
• Exceptional attention to detail and well-developed analytical skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Experience with Business Dynamics 365 or other similar ERP software systems.
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to analyze large data sets.
• Knowledge of tax and regulatory requirements related to financial reporting is a plus.

Bishop Lifting Products, Inc. and it’s subsidiaries are an Aff…

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Are you looking for an opportunity to become part of a rapidly-growing industry? Bishop Lifting Products, Inc. is looking for talent that will hold true to our mission while maintaining the safety and knowledge that we have valued since we were founded in 1984.