Corporate Accountant

Corporate Accountant Job Summary

Experienced accountant to perform corporate accounting processes, monthly close, and financial reporting. The successful candidate will have a continuous improvement mindset, strong analytical skills, and proven accounting ability. Role is in Houston and will report directly to Corp Accounting Manager.

• 5+ years of experience, Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting; understanding of commodity trading business preferred
• Strong technical skills with proficiency in Excel
• Ability to perform independent research and analysis and discuss conclusions with senior mgmt.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Team oriented with willingness to train colleagues

• Process incoming expenses in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Perform day-to-day expense transactions, including verifying approvals, coding cost accounts, entering data, and confirming outgoing payments have been completed timely.
• Perform the consolidation checks and solve any discrepancies
• Support accountants in daily, monthly and annual activities such as bookkeeping, close, etc.
• Work effectively with the company’s compliance organization to onboard new vendors timely in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Review/process employee/contractor expense reports - review allocations of expenses, verify receipts, obtain approvals, and ensure timely payment.
• Maintain historical records of accounts payable invoices, reports, and account reconciliations.
• Research payment history/accounting entries as required to answer senior management inquiries.
• Manage fixed assets and prepaid expenses according to company policies and procedures.
• Manage corporate bank accounts on a daily basis.
• Prepare PBC schedules and assist in providing support for interim and year-end audit.
• Assist in providing tax support and schedules for federal and state tax.
• Research and prepare forms as required by federal and state agencies, including 1099s/1042s.
• Additional accounting duties as assigned by Chief Accountant or Controller.