Senior Accountant (Cash)

Nexus Water Group; Sugar Land (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Professional development

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

ERG

Job summary

Nexus Water Group is seeking a Senior Accountant (Cash) for our Sugar Land, TX office. This role focuses on day-to-day cash accounting, month-end closes, and cross-entity reconciliations within a multi-entity treasury environment. Hybrid work arrangement allows up to two days remote per week.

Minimum three years of accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree are required. CPA is a plus as we maintain rigorous internal controls and accurate financial reporting across the organization.

Qualifications

• Three years of direct accounting experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting theory, GAAP, and reporting methods.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily cash activity and record transactions accurately.
• Prepare and review bank reconciliations across entities.
• Support month-end close and year-end close processes with journal entries and variance analysis.
• Ensure cash accounts are accurately reflected in the GL and financial statements.
• Maintain internal controls and compliance with GAAP.

Job description

Who We Are

Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 12 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.

\"Nexus\" means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,200 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off: Starting at 3 weeks annually along with 11 company-paid holidays


• Health and Wellness Benefits: Effective the first day of the month following your start date


• 401(k) with Matching Contribution: 100% match up to 4% plus an additional 3% employer contribution


• Grow With Us: Professional development, certifications, and education support


• Additional Benefits: Company-paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Program


• Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization.

Overview

The Nexus Water Group team is seeking a Senior Accountant (Cash). The Senior Accountant is responsible for the day-to-day oversight and accuracy of cash related accounting activities across the organization. This role supports reliable financial reporting through disciplined reconciliation processes, timely and accurate recording of transactions, preparation of journal entries, and adherence to a strong internal control environment.

Working closely with Treasury and other accounting functions in a multi-entity environment, this position plays a key role in preparing month-end close entries, supporting broader close activities, and driving continuous process improvements.

Work Location and Schedule This is a full-time role based at our Sugar Land, TX office. Minimum 3 days per week, with up to 2 days of work-from-home.

What You'll Do

The Senior Accountant duties are as follows:

• Monitor daily cash activity across bank accounts and ensure accurate recording of transactions


• Prepare and review bank reconciliations across multiple accounts and entities


• Research and resolve reconciling items and discrepancies in a timely manner


• Provide visibility into cash balances and activity to support decision-making


• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including preparation of journal entries and variance analysis


• Ensure cash-related accounts are accurately reflected in the general ledger and financial statements


• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and GAAP requirements


• Partner with internal and external auditors on treasury and cash-related audit requests


• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of cash operations


• Contribute to a collaborative, accountable team environment


• Perform other duties as assigned

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What You'll Bring

Experience

• Minimum of three years direct accounting experience


• Thorough knowledge of accounting theory and practice as applied to accounting systems, policies, procedures, and reporting methods

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required

Nice to Have

• Public accounting experience preferred


• CPA license preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills


• Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights


• Strong business acumen with an understanding of GAAP


• Effective collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills


• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines


• Strong process-improvement mindset, with experience streamlining procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency

Work Environment

• This role is primarily office-based with extended periods of sitting and computer work.


• Regular collaboration is required both in person and virtually with internal and external stakeholders.


• Occasional travel may be required.

About Our Company

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law.

We are an E-Verify participating employer.