Senior Accountant

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail‑oriented Senior Accountant to join our accounting team. This individual will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting by leading balance sheet reconciliations, lease accounting processes, and compliance with ASC 842. The Senior Accountant will work cross‑functionally with internal teams including payroll, leasing, and legal, and must possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills to identify and resolve variances proactively.

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Analyze financial data and trends, identifying anomalies or variances that require further investigation.
• Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Support external audits by preparing required documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Manage fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Review and ensure accuracy of intercompany transactions and consolidations.
• Stay up to date with regulatory and industry changes affecting accounting practices.
• Mentor and support junior accounting staff and help drive process improvements.
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual bank reconciliations, identifying and resolving any discrepancies promptly.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or CPA strongly preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, with experience in financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.).
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Minimum Education:
  
  None
• Minimum Years of
  
  Experience:
  
  4‑6
• License
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• Job Location s: US‑TX‑Sugar Land
• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries:
  Construction

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing computer‑based tasks.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment for prolonged durations.
• Ability to lift, carry, or move items weighing up to approximately 25 pounds.
• Regular and reliable attendance on‑site, Monday through Friday.

IES Residential, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest and most respected electrical, plumbing, HVAC, solar, and cable solutions providers for single‑family homes and multi‑family complexes. IES provides comprehensive integrated solutions that light up our world. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at more than 131 domestic locations across the United States.

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity

Employer:

Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans encouraged to apply.

Disability Accommodation: IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact IES at (713) 860‑1500 or any IES office to request assistance.

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