Staff Accountant - GAAP & Month-End Close Expert

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Staff Accountant in Houston to support the Accounting and Finance team. The role involves preparing journal entries for month-end close, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and assisting with OpenAir project setup.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of accounting experience, a strong working knowledge of GAAP, and excellent Excel skills, with a detail-oriented, proactive mindset to maintain accurate financial records and support cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of accounting experience
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of GAAP
• Well organized with attention to detail required.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency
• Ability to work effectively with a cross-functional team
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent problem-solving/analytical skills
• Well-versed in Microsoft Excel
• Exhibit professionalism and be customer-focused
• Continue to update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities where appropriate
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Examine accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports, to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformity with company standards
• Prepare and enter Journal Entries for GATE and affiliated companies as part of the month-end close
• Analyze and reconcile balance sheet accounts
• Assist with the setup of OpenAir projects
• Process payroll using an outside payroll service
• Maintain a file of month-end close-related documentation
• Become familiar with customer billing processes and be able to use customer billing portals
• Create and submit accurate and timely invoices to customers
• Responsible for adhering to GATE policies and procedures in a positive manner
• Proactively work to create a positive and professional culture within GATE
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Time management

Integrity

Journal entries

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

OpenAir

Payroll service

Billing portals

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Staff Accountant in Houston to support the Accounting and Finance team. The role involves preparing journal entries for month-end close, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and assisting with OpenAir project setup.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of accounting experience, a strong working knowledge of GAAP, and excellent Excel skills, with a detail-oriented, proactive mindset to maintain accurate financial records and support cross-functional collaboration.