We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Houston, Texas. This Contract-to-permanent position involves managing key financial processes, ensuring data accuracy, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in overseeing payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and financial reporting, while actively contributing to audits and budget analysis.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily reconciliations, including labor hours and census data, while resolving any discrepancies efficiently.<br>• Monitor potential payroll issues, such as missed punches or overtime, and communicate them to managers promptly.<br>• Review accounts payable activities, ensuring accurate coding, proper pay ranges, and compliance with bidding requirements for projects.<br>• Manage the month-end close process, including preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial statement analyses.<br>• Process bi-weekly payroll using Paycom and ensure accurate recording of transactions in the accounting system.<br>• Assist with audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor requests in a timely manner.<br>• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and compliance reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.<br>• Analyze accounts receivable, reconcile balances, and review revenue and cash receipts at month-end.<br>• Support the preparation of state sales and use tax filings, ensuring compliance with regulations.<br>• Collaborate with internal departments to provide financial insights and maintain high-quality service.

<p>• Proven experience in month-end close processes, including journal entries, general ledger management, and account reconciliations.</p><p>• Proficiency in managing payroll processes, preferably using Paycom Payroll Services.</p><p>• Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.</p><p>• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting purposes.</p><p>• Knowledge of compliance standards and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).</p><p>• Experience preparing for and supporting financial audits.</p><p>• Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and provide actionable insights.</p><p>• Excellent communication and organizational skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Please apply today if you are interested and looking for a new home. </p>

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