Senior Accountant: Lead Close, Tax & Strategic Analysis

CFS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Senior Accountant to own and optimize the accounting function in a growing professional services firm. You will role model strong GAAP-compliant financial reporting, ledgers, and month-end close, while coordinating payroll and tax compliance across multiple states.

The role emphasizes analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial support to leadership. You will manage audits, improve processes for accuracy and efficiency, and partner with executive leadership to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with multi-state tax compliance, including sales and use tax.
• Background in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Experience supporting audits and complex account reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including reconciliations and account analysis.
• Prepare journal entries, analyze variances, and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Oversee multi-state payroll, sales and use tax compliance, and related filings.
• Coordinate external audits and provide supporting financial documentation.
• Support cash management, bank reconciliations, and payment processing activities.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Multi-state tax compliance

Budgeting & forecasting

Audit support

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

CFS is seeking a Senior Accountant to own and optimize the accounting function in a growing professional services firm. You will role model strong GAAP-compliant financial reporting, ledgers, and month-end close, while coordinating payroll and tax compliance across multiple states.

The role emphasizes analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial support to leadership. You will manage audits, improve processes for accuracy and efficiency, and partner with executive leadership to