Financial Accountant III - Houston, TX

OVERVIEW

The Financial Accountant III will independently perform account reconciliations, create & enter journal entries into the ledger for assigned financial accounting areas, and solve problems that are difficult & complex in nature, under limited supervision.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business-related field is required. Master’s preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

- Bachelor's degree with 5 - 7 years of experience in Accounting, Finance or Business-related field

- Public accounting firm experience preferred

- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, or progress towards, preferred

- Intermediate Excel skills

- Oracle experience a plus

- Strong oral and written communication skills

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Month-end financial close processes to include preparation of accruals.

- Prepare journal entries - including recurring entries - for monthly close.

- Prepare, tie out, and analyze business unit and corporate financial statements.

- Recognizes and researches unusual variances or apparent inconsistencies within the financial statements.

- Build, maintain, and ensure the accuracy of financial reports (including documentation of processes).

- Maintain amortization schedules and prepare monthly schedules/entries, keeping in line with the close schedule.

- Maintain well-documented workpapers and instructions for journal entries and account reconciliations. As part of the reconciliation process, review the reasonableness of balance sheet and income statement accounts in order to determine that all necessary entries have been recorded.

- Prepare and record year end job cost accrual journal entries.

- Prepare gross margin job schedules with percentage complete calculations along with revenue recognition journal entries.

- Reconcile employee benefits, employees’ receivables accounts, accrued vacations and holidays.

- Prepare and review of OCIP & CCIP workpapers, monthly reports, and audit schedules.

- Prepare and review of reconciliations for the worker’s comp, general liability, and auto insurance & audit schedules.

- Review & analyze overheads for financials against trends.

- Reconcile balance sheet accounts in a timely fashion including intercompany balances; resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.

- Prepare monthly and year-end financial data to ensure that it is recorded accurately, in accordance with GAAP.

- Assist in preparing ancillary audit schedules and footnotes.

- Resolve accounting transaction questions in an agreed upon timeframe.

- Takes the initiative to discuss assignments, expectations, priorities, and deadlines as well as seek guidance and coaching from manager.

- Adjusts quickly to new work structures, processes, or requirements.

- Maintain and adhere to accounting principles, practices, and procedures in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"), company policies, and industry practices.

- Other duties may be assigned.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, client contracts, subcontracts, and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients and managers.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Proficient in the use of standard business financial mathematical functions with the aid of a PC spreadsheet package or calculator.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to stand, walk, reach, climb and balance. Lifting up to 25 lbs. may be required. Require close and distance vision, depth perception, and focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Occasionally, will conduct or participate in a field trip to existing or new plants. This may require exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, working near moving mechanical parts, vibration, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals and airborne particles.

ABOUT S&B

S&B is an exceptional full-service Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company, proudly maintaining private ownership and operation for over five decades. With our extensive experience, we have successfully undertaken diverse projects across various industries, including Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Petrochemicals, Energy Transition, Power, and Pulp & Paper. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to safety, timely project completion, and cost-effective solutions. Our proven track record speaks for itself, as we consistently deliver outstanding results while adhering to the highest industry standards. Moreover, our company culture is unparalleled, fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. At S&B, we understand the value of our talented team, and we ensure they are rewarded accordingly. We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program to attract and retain the best professionals in the field.

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