Staff Accountant

Toshiba; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Toshiba America, Inc. is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to coordinate accounting duties including monthly closes, reconciliations, and GAAP compliance in a fast‑paced environment.

The role supports budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for headquarters, with emphasis on accuracy and financial control. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently under pressure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CPA‑track candidates are preferred.
• 1–3 years in accounting, finance, audit, or public accounting.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP with strong reporting, analysis, and controls.
• Experience with a large ERP system; Oracle preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and MS Office proficiency.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, able to work independently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month‑end journal entries and assist the monthly close process.
• Analyze and reconcile balance sheet accounts, including intercompany balances.
• Review transactions for U.S. GAAP compliance.
• Support budget and forecast preparation and reporting formats.
• Provide actual‑versus‑budget and actual‑versus‑forecast analyses to leaders.
• Prepare consolidated actual results for corporate departments.
• Assist with year‑end audit, consolidations, and SOX documentation.
• Contribute to special projects and ad‑hoc analyses for better visibility.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CPA-track preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Oracle experience

Job description

Toshiba America, Inc. (TAI) is an American subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to perform and coordinate accounting duties within our organization. Responsibilities include preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, assisting with audit preparations, financial planning and analysis, and performing other accounting duties as assigned. Candidates should have solid knowledge of GAAP, strong financial analysis skills, strong Excel skills, be detail‑oriented, highly organized, and able to work independently under pressure.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare month‑end journal entries and assist with the monthly close process.
• Analyze and reconcile balance sheet accounts, including intercompany balances and transactions.
• Review business transactions for compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Support annual budget and monthly forecast preparation, including reporting formats for headquarters.
• Provide actual‑versus‑budget and actual‑versus‑forecast comparisons to department leaders.
• Prepare consolidated actual results for corporate departments.
• Assist with year‑end audit, consolidation activities, and SOX compliance documentation.
• Contribute to special projects and ad‑hoc analysis that improve financial visibility and business decision‑making.

What Will Help You Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CPA‑track candidates are preferred.
• 1–3 years of relevant accounting, finance, audit, or public accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and a strong interest in financial reporting, analysis, and controls.
• Experience with a large‑scale ERP system; Oracle experience is preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Financial planning and analysis experience is a plus.

What You’ll Gain

• Broad accounting experience across close, reporting, reconciliations, audit, GAAP, SOX, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Visibility to department leaders through reporting and actual‑versus‑forecast analysis.
• Experience in a corporate accounting environment supported by established systems and processes.
• Opportunities to build a strong foundation for continued growth in accounting, finance, audit, or FP&A.

Compensation & Benefits

Toshiba employees enjoy a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, generous 401(k) match, health and wellness programs, and generous time off.