<p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>Our client, a Houston-based company in the global food distribution industry, is seeking an experienced <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> for a <strong>contract-to-hire</strong> opportunity. This individual will support the accounting team with day-to-day operations, assist with month-end close, and help clean up existing account discrepancies. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of GAAP, experience with reconciliations and journal entries, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger.</li><li>Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable, and accounts receivable balances.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Maintain and balance subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions.</li><li>Support preparation of financial statements and management reports.</li><li>Assist with audits (internal and external) by providing supporting documentation and schedules.</li><li>Analyze financial data and summarize financial status for management review.</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting processes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.</li><li>3–5 years of hands-on accounting experience.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles.</li><li>Proficiency in <strong>Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs)</strong> and <strong>Microsoft D365</strong> (preferred).</li><li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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