Senior Accountant

Our client, a growing construction company located in West Houston, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its accounting team. This individual will play a key role in the monthly close process and day-to-day corporate accounting while working closely with the Controller as the company continues to grow.

The ideal candidate is a strong, hands‑on accountant with solid general ledger experience, a good understanding of the full month‑end close process, and an interest in improving and scaling accounting processes.

• Manage and perform key aspects of the full monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close process.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and other general ledger activity.
• Prepare and review balance sheet and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Research and resolve account discrepancies and accounting issues.
• Assist with preparing monthly financial statements and management reporting.
• Maintain accurate supporting schedules and documentation for the close and reporting processes.
• Work closely with the Controller on accounting initiatives, special projects, and ongoing improvements to the accounting function.
• Identify opportunities to improve, streamline, and automate accounting processes.
• Assist in developing and documenting accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Support the annual audit process and respond to external auditor requests.
• Partner with other departments to ensure accurate and timely accounting information.
• Take on additional responsibilities as the company grows, and the accounting organization continues to evolve.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Approximately 3–5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong general ledger and corporate accounting experience.
• Hands‑on experience with the full month‑end close process, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with accounting or ERP systems.
• Ability to analyze financial information, identify issues, and independently work through solutions.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across the organization.
• Experience in a growing, evolving, or process‑improvement-oriented environment is a plus.