Accountant - Entry Level

Description We are looking for an entry-level Accountant to support daily financial operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Houston, Texas. This position is ideal for someone who is eager to build hands-on experience across core accounting functions while contributing to accurate and timely financial records. The role offers exposure to both payables and receivables processes, along with reconciliation work that helps maintain the integrity of the company's accounts.

Responsibilities:

- Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and help ensure payments are completed accurately and on schedule.

- Assist with customer billing activities, record incoming payments, and help maintain organized accounts receivable records.

- Prepare and review bank reconciliations to identify discrepancies and support timely resolution of outstanding items.

- Perform account reconciliations for assigned balance sheet and transaction-based accounts to promote accurate financial reporting.

- Create and post routine journal entries while maintaining proper backup and alignment with accounting procedures.

- Monitor financial transactions for errors or inconsistencies and escalate issues to the appropriate team members when needed.

- Support month-end close activities by organizing records, updating schedules, and assisting with account analysis. Requirements - Entry-level accounting knowledge with a basic understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activity.

- Experience preparing or supporting bank reconciliations and account reconciliation tasks.

- Familiarity with journal entries and the ability to record accounting transactions accurately.

- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage financial data with a high degree of accuracy.

- Working knowledge of standard accounting practices and spreadsheet-based financial tracking.

- Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders with strong attention to detail.

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