Accountant, Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting

Description We are looking for an Accountant to join our team in Odessa, Texas in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This role is ideal for a finance specialist who enjoys maintaining accurate records, supporting monthly close activities, and delivering meaningful analysis that helps guide business decisions. The position offers the opportunity to contribute across core accounting functions while partnering with teams throughout the organization in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:

- Manage month-end close tasks by preparing journal entries, supporting schedules, and general ledger documentation for accruals, adjustments, and other non-routine transactions.

- Build and maintain monthly account reconciliations in Excel to validate balances and provide support for financial statement preparation.

- Prepare financial information and assist in the creation of balance sheet, income statement, and other internal or external reports.

- Review source documentation to verify the accuracy and legitimacy of financial activity through routine audit support and transaction analysis.

- Analyze operational, departmental, and branch-level financial trends and contribute to special projects, including regulatory and year-end reporting support.

- Produce ad hoc reports and combine financial and operational data from multiple sources to help management evaluate performance and make informed decisions.

- Reconcile purchase order activity to confirm expenses are recorded in the correct accounts and reporting periods.

- Organize priorities effectively, document work thoroughly, and meet recurring weekly and monthly deadlines while supporting additional assignments as needed. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

- 1-2 years of accounting or finance experience in a business environment.

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and pivot tables, along with solid working knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications.

- Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to interpret data accurately and identify variances or trends.

- Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment while exercising sound judgment.

- High level of discretion when working with confidential information, along with a strong commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.

- Experience with accounting systems or related tools such as ERP platforms, Concur, ADP Financial Services, accounts payable, accounts receivable, auditing, or balance sheet account processes is preferred.

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