Staff Accountant / Junior Accountant

The Steel Enterprise Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Centric Pipe in Dallas, TX seeks a Staff Accountant/Junior Accountant to grow foundational corporate accounting skills. Expect exposure to AP, fixed assets, sales tax, month-end close, and audit support in a professional, collaborative office environment.

The role targets early-career accountants with 6 months to 2 years of experience who are eager to learn and take on increasing responsibility over time. This is an in-office position with a focus on teamwork, learning, and development.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with GAAP concepts and journal entries.
• Understanding debits, credits, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Ability to research discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices with proper coding and approvals.
• Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules.
• Prepare sales tax returns and related schedules.
• Assist month-end close with journal entries and reconciliations.
• Support audits with schedules and documentation.
• Ensure orderly accounting records compliant with policy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or in-progress

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Staff Accountant / Junior AccountantCentric Pipe | Dallas, TX 75254Centric Pipe is seeking a Staff Accountant / Junior Accountant to join our Dallas accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accountant who wants to build a strong foundation in corporate accounting while developing new skills and taking on increasing responsibility over time.The ideal candidate will have approximately 6 months to 2 years of accounting experience and a desire to learn. You will work closely with experienced members of the accounting team and gain hands-on exposure to accounts payable, fixed assets, sales tax, reconciliations, month-end close, financial reporting, and audit support.This is a 100% in-office position in Dallas. Our office environment is professional but casual, with a flexible approach to how work gets done and an emphasis on teamwork, learning, and development.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and process vendor invoices, including reviewing invoices for accuracy, proper coding, required approvals, and supporting documentation.Maintain vendor records and assist with resolving invoice discrepancies and payment-related questions.Maintain the company's fixed asset register, including recording asset additions, disposals, transfers, and other changes.Prepare and maintain monthly depreciation schedules and reconcile fixed asset accounts to the general ledger.Prepare and file sales tax returns and maintain supporting schedules and documentation to ensure timely and accurate compliance.Assist with the month-end closing process, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules.Perform balance sheet and general ledger account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.Assist with external audits by preparing requested schedules, supporting documentation, account reconciliations, and responses to auditor inquiries.Maintain organized and complete accounting records in accordance with company policies and accounting requirements.Identify discrepancies or unusual transactions and work with appropriate team members to resolve issues promptly.Assist the Controller and Accounting Manager with financial reporting, accounting analysis, and special projects as needed.Support continuous improvement of accounting procedures and internal controls.Take on additional accounting responsibilities as knowledge and experience develop.Qualifications6 months to 2 years of accounting experience in a corporate, public accounting, or similar environment.Bachelor's degree (or degree in-progress) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and experience will be considered.Basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Understanding of debits, credits, journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.Good organizational and time-management skills.Ability to identify discrepancies, research issues, and follow through to resolution.Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn new accounting systems and software.Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both accounting and non-accounting personnel.Most importantly, a willingness to learn, ask questions, and grow within the accounting function.What You Can ExpectThis position is designed for someone who wants to grow their accounting career rather than remain focused on one narrow area of accounting. You will have the opportunity to learn from experienced accounting professionals, gain exposure to multiple areas of the accounting cycle, and gradually take on more complex responsibilities.Centric Pipe offers a casual, flexible, and collaborative office environment while maintaining the structure and accountability of a professional accounting organization.Location: General Addison area / Beltline & TollwayWork Schedule: Monday–Friday, 100% in-office