<p>Are you a proactive problem-solver who enjoys building relationships, reducing risk, and driving cash flow results? Our client, a leading wholesale distribution organization in Houston, is seeking a Credit & Collections Specialist to play a key role in strengthening accounts receivable performance and supporting overall business operations.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who can confidently balance<strong> </strong>credit analysis, collections strategy, customer service, and account resolution. You'll manage a high-volume portfolio, help improve cash collections, evaluate credit risk, and serve as a trusted partner to customers, sales teams, and branch leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>What You'll Do</p><ul><li>Take ownership of a diverse portfolio of customer accounts, proactively driving collection efforts and resolving outstanding balances.</li><li>Investigate billing issues, payment discrepancies, and account disputes, partnering with customers and internal stakeholders to achieve timely resolutions.</li><li>Evaluate new and existing customer accounts, analyze creditworthiness, and recommend appropriate credit limits and payment terms.</li><li>Make informed credit decisions that support business growth while protecting the organization from unnecessary risk.</li><li>Maintain accurate account records, collection notes, credit documentation, and risk assessments.</li><li>Collaborate closely with sales teams and branch personnel to strengthen customer relationships while ensuring adherence to payment terms.</li><li>Monitor and manage accounts placed on credit hold, making timely decisions on order releases and communicating account status effectively.</li><li>Apply established credit policies and best practices when reviewing applications and managing higher-risk accounts.</li><li>Engage directly with customers to negotiate payment arrangements, reduce aging receivables, and improve overall cash flow performance.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Buyer/Purchasing specialist to support procurement activities for a long-term contract opportunity in Texas. This position focuses on sourcing materials and services, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring purchasing activities are completed accurately and on schedule. The ideal candidate will bring strong commercial judgment, pricing analysis skills, and hands-on experience managing purchase orders in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full purchasing cycle, from preparing requisitions to issuing and tracking purchase orders for materials and services.<br>• Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers to support timely deliveries, accurate order fulfillment, and consistent service levels.<br>• Review vendor proposals and negotiate pricing, terms, and contract conditions to achieve cost-effective purchasing outcomes.<br>• Use Viewpoint Vista to generate purchasing documentation, monitor order activity, and maintain organized procurement records.<br>• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to confirm specifications, required quantities, and delivery timelines before releasing orders.<br>• Evaluate customer pricing and market information to support purchasing decisions and identify savings opportunities.<br>• Resolve order discrepancies, supplier issues, and invoice-related concerns by working closely with vendors and internal teams.
<p>We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to support an established payroll team during two upcoming maternity leaves. This position will provide coverage through February 2027, with the potential for a longer-term opportunity depending on business needs.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone with foundational payroll experience who is looking to expand their exposure to <strong>weekly, in-house, multi-state payroll processing</strong>. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy, dependable, and comfortable taking initiative in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Support weekly in-house payroll processing with Thursday pay dates</li><li>Review timecards and follow up on missing or incomplete approvals</li><li>Assist with payroll data entry, audits, and payroll-related adjustments</li><li>Research and resolve payroll tickets and employee inquiries</li><li>Support off-cycle payrolls, including time-sensitive termination payments</li><li>Sort, track, and assist with payroll tax notices and related documentation</li><li>Gradually assume payroll processing responsibilities for assigned multi-state business units</li><li>Identify payroll discrepancies and proactively communicate issues to the appropriate team members</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and support compliance across multiple states</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Jr. Accountant</strong> to join their growing accounting team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of cash reporting, bank reconciliations, and balance sheet activity across multiple accounts and entities. The ideal candidate will have strong reconciliation experience, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a high-volume environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Bank Reconciliations & Cash Accounting</p><ul><li>Prepare and complete accurate, timely bank reconciliations for multiple accounts and entities.</li><li>Investigate and resolve reconciling items, including outstanding checks, deposits in transit, unapplied cash, and other variances.</li><li>Analyze discrepancies and identify root causes while ensuring appropriate documentation and resolution.</li><li>Monitor daily banking activity, including ACH transactions, wire transfers, checks, and lockbox activity.</li><li>Ensure accurate posting of cash transactions to the general ledger.</li><li>Maintain reconciliation schedules and supporting documentation for audit and compliance purposes.</li><li>Partner with internal departments to research and resolve cash-related issues.</li><li>Support month-end close activities related to cash and balance sheet accounts.</li><li>Assist in improving processes and strengthening internal controls surrounding cash management and reconciliations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is looking for a high volume AP specialist to join their team on long term contract basis. This role will be a hybrid work schedule and work on a very large team. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices by preparing electronic and paper documents for entry into the accounts payable workflow and ensuring records are captured accurately.</p><p>• Investigate payment and invoice questions from plant personnel and external vendors, providing timely follow-up and clear resolution.</p><p>• Maintain vendor records and support payment operations, including checks, ACH transactions, wire activity, and check void processing.</p><p>• Create and update Excel spreadsheets and other reporting files to track accounts payable activity and support daily operations.</p><p>• Perform research within accounting and workflow systems to resolve discrepancies, verify coding, and support transaction processing.</p><p>• Organize, print, and retain accounts payable documentation and reports in accordance with recordkeeping expectations.</p><p>• Assist with month-end close activities and contribute to compliance with accounts payable policies, procedures, and approval controls.</p><p>• Provide support for additional accounts payable duties such as 1099-related tasks and invoice handling completed outside the primary workflow system.</p>
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Houston, Texas and support high-volume payables operations with accuracy and efficiency. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for someone with at least two years of experience who is comfortable managing invoice processing, vendor account activity, and detailed numeric data entry. The role requires strong attention to detail, confidence working in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, and the ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoices, verify payment details, and enter financial information accurately into the accounting system.<br>• Review vendor statements regularly to identify discrepancies, research outstanding items, and help maintain current account balances.<br>• Reconcile payable records against supporting documentation to ensure completeness and proper coding before payment is issued.<br>• Use Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to update transaction data, monitor invoice status, and maintain organized financial records.<br>• Prepare and manage spreadsheet tracking in Microsoft Excel to support reporting, payment reviews, and account follow-up.<br>• Communicate with vendors and internal teams clearly and effectively to resolve billing questions and payment concerns.<br>• Support month-end payable activities by organizing documentation and assisting with account review tasks.
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a permanent, onsite contract position. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations with a strong focus on accounts payable, billing assistance, and transaction reconciliation. The ideal candidate brings solid attention to detail, works comfortably in QuickBooks, and can manage a steady flow of vendor and payment activity while keeping records accurate and organized.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage weekly entry of vendor invoices in QuickBooks, ensuring each transaction is supported by the correct documentation and expense classification.<br>• Review bills for completeness and accuracy, then coordinate approval priorities with leadership before preparing payments to vendors.<br>• Record payment activity across multiple methods, including checks and card transactions, and maintain up-to-date accounting records.<br>• Organize vendor files and related financial documents, including handling weekly distribution of outgoing payments.<br>• Respond to vendor questions, research discrepancies, and help resolve payment issues in a timely manner.<br>• Reconcile monthly company credit card activity by matching charges to receipts, assigning job-related coding, and following up on missing support.<br>• Partner with bookkeeping and project teams to assist with invoice generation, customer billing, and identification of completed work ready to be billed.<br>• Apply incoming payments in QuickBooks, support remote check deposit processing, and assist with reconciliation and reporting tied to accounts receivable activity.
We are looking for a Collections Specialist to join our transport team in Houston, Texas in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position focuses on business-to-business receivables management, helping reduce overdue balances while supporting consistent cash flow and positive customer relationships. The ideal candidate will bring strong collections experience, sound judgment, and the ability to work across departments to resolve payment issues efficiently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee an assigned group of B2B customer accounts and drive timely follow-up on outstanding balances across domestic and international portfolios.<br>• Investigate payment issues by reviewing disputed invoices, deductions, short pays, and unapplied cash, then coordinate resolution with the appropriate teams.<br>• Evaluate account activity and payment behavior to identify trends, collection risks, and accounts that may require escalation.<br>• Keep account histories, collection activity, and supporting documentation current within accounts receivable and collection tracking systems.<br>• Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Credit, and Finance teams to remove barriers to payment and improve account resolution timelines.<br>• Reconcile customer account balances to confirm receivable accuracy and address discrepancies that affect aging.<br>• Produce regular updates on aging, collection progress, and account status for leadership and internal stakeholders.<br>• Assist with month-end accounts receivable tasks and follow internal financial controls, company policies, and standard procedures.<br>• Escalate significantly overdue or high-risk accounts to management and contribute ideas that strengthen collection results and the customer experience.
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a growing Oil & Gas field services organization in Houston, Texas on a Contract basis. This role is ideal for someone who can manage the full accounts receivable cycle, balance multiple priorities, and stay effective in a fast-moving office environment. The position partners closely with the AR team and leadership to support several business lines while helping maintain continuity during an evolving shared services structure.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the complete accounts receivable process for an assigned portfolio, ensuring timely and accurate billing, follow-up, and resolution of outstanding balances.<br>• Conduct commercial collections activities, communicate with customers regarding past-due invoices, and provide regular updates and forecasts on collection trends.<br>• Apply daily cash receipts accurately, investigate posting issues, and clear unapplied cash, short payments, and overpayments through detailed research.<br>• Review invoice discrepancies, reconcile account issues, and coordinate with internal stakeholders to bring disputes to resolution.<br>• Process approved credit and debit adjustments while maintaining proper documentation and internal controls.<br>• Support customer setup activities by reviewing credit-related documents, gathering onboarding materials, and maintaining accurate customer master records.<br>• Contribute to month-end close by preparing reconciliations, validating AR activity, and addressing open items in a timely manner.<br>• Assist with projects assigned by the AR Manager, including work tied to process alignment across shared services and multiple business lines.
<p>We are looking for an experienced finance specialist to join our team and help guide sound business decisions through accurate reporting and insightful analysis. This role combines financial planning, accounting oversight, and cross-functional partnership to support a dynamic oil and gas distribution operation. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to translate financial results into practical recommendations for leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee key areas of the close process by preparing and reviewing journal entries, accruals, reclassifications, and balance sheet reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Produce financial statements and related reporting schedules while helping ensure timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end completion.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and cash flow analysis by building reports, models, and performance insights for management.</p><p>• Evaluate operating results through variance analysis, trend reviews, KPI tracking, and working capital assessments to highlight risks and opportunities.</p><p>• Administer intercompany accounting activities across multiple entities, including reconciliations, eliminations, settlements, and resolution of reporting differences.</p><p>• Assist with acquisition-related financial work such as due diligence support, transaction analysis, purchase accounting entries, and post-close performance tracking.</p><p>• Prepare audit support materials, respond to information requests, and help reinforce compliance with internal controls and applicable accounting standards.</p><p>• Partner with leaders across operations, sales, and purchasing to explain financial outcomes and identify ways to improve margins, efficiency, and cash performance.</p><p>• Recommend and support process improvements, reporting automation, finance system enhancements, and integration-related projects as needed.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, contact Mark, mark.loiacano@roberthalf</p>
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Billing Specialist</strong> to support billing and accounts receivable activities in a fast-paced, project-based environment. This position works closely with operations and accounting teams to ensure accurate invoicing, timely revenue recognition, and effective collections management.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining excellent attention to detail.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Review, verify, and process daily billing transactions</li><li>Generate and submit accurate customer invoices</li><li>Interpret contracts and apply billing terms accordingly</li><li>Monitor project progress to ensure timely billing and revenue recognition</li><li>Post daily and weekly revenue activity into reporting systems</li><li>Support accounts receivable functions, including collections and customer account maintenance</li><li>Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies and invoice disputes</li><li>Monitor aging reports and unbilled revenue reports</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities related to billing and revenue</li><li>Communicate with internal teams regarding timesheets, labor charges, and billing accuracy</li><li>Maintain accurate account records and customer balances</li><li>Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client near Downtown Houston is seeking an experienced Payroll Supervisor for a contract assignment. In this leadership position, you will supervise payroll processing for a high-volume, multi-state (U.S.) and multi-province (Canada) operation, overseeing a team of six Payroll Specialists. This is a hands-on supervisory role within the company’s Shared Services group.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise and coordinate all payroll processing activities to ensure timely and accurate delivery of weekly payroll for union and non-union employees</li><li>Review team staffing to provide adequate coverage for all payroll tasks</li><li>Train, supervise, and conduct annual performance reviews for direct reports</li><li>Assist management with implementation of quality control measures</li><li>Conduct regular reconciliation, reviews, and audits of payroll records to ensure compliance and accuracy</li><li>Process special payments including bonuses and taxable/non-taxable fringe benefits</li><li>Act as a main point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from HR, accounting, and other internal departments</li><li>Provide support for the payroll hotline and resolve employee payroll issues</li><li>Function as a liaison with union representatives as required</li><li>Ensure confidentiality and proper security of all payroll information</li><li>Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to join a contract opportunity supporting payroll operations for a major organization in Houston, Texas. This role is ideal for a payroll specialist who can manage complex pay activities, support workforce management processes, and help maintain accuracy across a large employee population. The position will work closely with payroll, HR, and operations stakeholders to strengthen compliance, improve process execution, and provide dependable support during critical payroll events.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct payroll cycle conversion efforts for multiple employee groups, overseeing setup activities, test execution, results review, and launch readiness for a smooth transition to a new pay schedule.<br>• Coordinate alignment of an additional pay group with the updated biweekly payroll calendar, ensuring accurate integration across impacted teams and employee records.<br>• Act as the internal resource for UKG Pro Workforce Management and Time & Attendance, confirming system settings, reviewing updates, and validating payroll-related data flows.<br>• Perform detailed payroll testing and reconciliation to identify discrepancies, confirm data integrity, and support stable payroll processing for a workforce of more than 500 employees.<br>• Assist with year-end payroll administration by preparing reconciliations, supporting compliance-related reporting, and validating required employer documentation such as 1094-C and 1095-C filings.<br>• Collaborate with payroll, human resources, and operations partners to create clear process documentation, deliver user guidance, and provide follow-up support after implementation activities.<br>• Contribute to training and adoption efforts by helping end users understand payroll and workforce management processes, including support for learning-related initiatives where needed.
Are you a strategic accounting leader with experience in commodity-based businesses, fuel marketing, refining, or supply and trading operations? We are partnering with a growing organization to identify a Supply & Trading Controller who will lead accounting operations, drive process improvements, and play a key role in the implementation of a new ETRM platform. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an accounting detail oriented who thrives in a complex, fast-paced environment and enjoys partnering with both finance and operations leadership. Key Responsibilities Accounting & Financial Leadership Lead all accounting activities for a national supply and trading business. Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. Manage and develop a team of accounting managers and accountants. Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies. Review and oversee inventory accounting, inventory valuation, reserves, and reconciliations. Support multiple books of business while maintaining consistency and accuracy in financial reporting. Oversee accounting related to derivatives, renewable credits, and commodity transactions. Lead lender reporting requirements, including borrowing base reporting. Review inventory reconciliations, margin analysis, accruals, derivative settlements, and other key accounting activities. Systems & Process Improvement Serve as the accounting lead for major system initiatives impacting supply and trading operations. Act as the accounting subject matter expert for inventory, trading, and risk management processes. Partner closely with IT and business leaders to improve workflows across inventory, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and accrual processes. Identify opportunities to enhance controls, automation, and reporting efficiencies. Business Partnership & Leadership Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing accounting team. Partner with commercial leaders on pricing, margin analysis, and business performance. Collaborate with treasury and finance leadership on cash flow and working capital requirements. Drive organizational improvements and strengthen accounting processes across the business. First-Year Priorities Play a key leadership role in the implementation of a new Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) platform. Gain deep knowledge of trading, inventory, and risk management processes to support system design, testing, and implementation. Assess current accounting processes and team structure, identify improvement opportunities, and implement recommendations. Strengthen internal controls, reporting processes, and accounting workflows. Why Consider This Opportunity? Highly visible leadership role reporting directly to senior finance leadership. Opportunity to influence system implementation and organizational transformation. Exposure to commodity trading, inventory management, and large-scale operational accounting. Competitive compensation, bonus, and long-term career growth potential.
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Recruiter to support hiring efforts for mid-level management positions in Texas. This is a long-term contract opportunity for a recruiting specialist who can manage the hiring lifecycle from market outreach through offer-stage coordination. The ideal candidate will bring strong sourcing expertise, confidence in stakeholder communication, and a proven ability to identify suitable talent through LinkedIn and other recruiting channels.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead end-to-end recruitment activities for mid-level management openings, including roles such as Fleet Manager and Facilities Manager.<br>• Build talent pipelines by using LinkedIn sourcing strategies, industry networks, and other targeted search methods to identify suitable candidates.<br>• Partner with hiring leaders to understand position needs, candidate profiles, and selection priorities for each search.<br>• Coordinate and conduct candidate screening and interview processes, ensuring timely communication and an organized experience for applicants and stakeholders.<br>• Manage candidate activity within the applicant tracking system and maintain accurate, up-to-date recruiting records.<br>• Present strong candidates to hiring teams and facilitate feedback collection to keep searches moving efficiently.<br>• Monitor recruiting progress across assigned openings and adjust sourcing approaches to improve candidate flow and hiring outcomes.
We are looking for an Office Services Associate (Repro) to support daily document production and office service operations for a client site. This is a Contract position suited for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, detail-focused setting while delivering accurate copy, scanning, and mailroom support. The role also partners with internal team members and client contacts to keep requests organized, completed on time, and handled with a high level of service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage incoming office service requests by reviewing instructions, confirming job details, and recording work through required tracking methods before production begins.<br>• Produce and finish copy, print, scan, and intake assignments in alignment with site procedures, quality expectations, and agreed turnaround times.<br>• Coordinate the sequence of active projects so urgent and deadline-driven work is completed efficiently and delivered as scheduled.<br>• Communicate promptly with supervisors or client contacts when priorities shift, requirements are unclear, or timing issues may affect completion.<br>• Resolve routine copier, scanner, and related equipment issues, and escalate more complex problems when additional support is needed.<br>• Replenish paper, toner, and other production materials while maintaining equipment readiness and an organized work area.<br>• Review completed output for accuracy and presentation, and contribute to quality checks on team deliverables when needed.<br>• Support additional back-office functions such as mail handling, hospitality, reception, or audio/visual assistance based on business demands at the site.<br>• Follow client location standards and company policies while using supplies responsibly and maintaining confidentiality for sensitive documents.