Staff Accountant

Accurate Personnel; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Accurate Personnel in Katy, TX seeks a Staff Accountant to support the billing process and AR activities for construction projects. You’ll issue invoice numbers, reconcile logs, monitor aging, and collaborate with field personnel to ensure accurate billing.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in AR, is proficient in Excel and ERP systems, and can support both percentage-of-completion and cost-plus contracts. First shift with strong attention to detail is offered.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in accounts receivable and billing support.
• Strong knowledge of AR aging, invoicing, and collections.
• Experience with project-based or construction industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Issue and track invoice numbers for field and project personnel.
• Reconcile invoice logs across projects and units for accuracy.
• Resolve invoicing discrepancies and respond to billing questions promptly.
• Prepare cash receipt notifications for internal stakeholders.
• Support billing for percentage-of-completion and cost-plus contracts.
• Compile documentation for internal/external audits.
• Assist with general accounting and month-end close tasks.
• Collaborate with project personnel and accounting teams on reporting.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Billing support

Excel

ERP system

Month-end close

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP system

Pivot tables in Excel

Lookups in Excel

Job description

HIRING IMMEDIATELY: STAFF ACCOUNTANT IN KATY, TX

Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for a Staff Accountant to join our team in Katy, TX. This individual will be responsible for supporting the billing process rather than performing customer billing directly — issuing invoice numbers, reconciling invoice logs, monitoring aging, and coordinating closely with field personnel across our construction projects. The ideal candidate brings strong AR expertise along with a working knowledge of general accounting and is comfortable supporting both percentage-of-completion and reimbursable/cost-plus contract types. Apply online and kickstart your career today!

Pay, Schedule, and Location

• Starting at $65,000 to $70,000/yearly, paid weekly
• Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• 1st shift, Monday through Friday
• Located in Katy, TX

Duties and Responsibilities

• Issue and track invoice numbers for field and project personnel in support of the decentralized billing process
• Reconcile invoice logs across projects and business units to ensure accuracy, completeness, and visibility into unbilled items
• Research and resolve invoicing discrepancies, billing questions, cash application issues, and collection-related items in a timely manner
• Prepare and send cash receipt notifications to appropriate internal stakeholders
• Support billing and reporting for both percentage-of-completion and reimbursable/cost-plus contract types
• Compile and provide supporting documentation for internal and external audits
• Assist with general accounting duties as needed, including account reconciliations and month-end close support
• Collaborate cross-functionally with project personnel and the broader Accounting team on project reporting and reconciliation activities

Requirements and Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in accounts receivable, including responsibility for AR aging, customer billing support, invoice tracking, and collections follow-up
• Working knowledge of general accounting principles, account reconciliations, and month-end close support
• Demonstrated ability to reconcile AR subledger activity to the general ledger, research variances, and resolve differences independently
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and working with large data sets
• Hands-on experience with a mid-market or enterprise ERP system
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with field and project personnel
• High attention to detail with strong organizational, analytical, and reconciliation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a decentralized, fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in construction, engineering, or another project-based industry strongly preferred
• Familiarity with percentage-of-completion and reimbursable/cost-plus contract accounting preferred

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(Salary range based on experience)

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