STAFF (ADVANCED) ACCOUNTANT
(not an entry-level position)
Central Houston
Hybrid schedule - 3 days in the office
ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our Client is a well-established organization with a long-standing reputation for operational excellence, stability, and innovation within the energy and logistics industry. The company is committed to environmental responsibility, regulatory compliance, and empowering employees to make meaningful contributions while growing their professional expertise.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Staff Accountant (operational accounting)Â role is responsible for supporting the accounting function through the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, financial analyses, reporting activities, and support of the monthly close process. This position plays an important role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and operational accounting support across the business.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare and record monthly account reconciliations and journal entries to support the accounting close process
Analyze general ledger accounts on a recurring basis and perform financial analytics
Support monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages for accounting leadership and other business departments
Assist with monthly accounting close activities and ensure deadlines are met
Provide invoicing support for contract-related transactions
Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley, GAAP, IFRS, and other regulatory standards
Coordinate and prepare rate and tariff filings in accordance with applicable regulations
Analyze current accounting processes and recommend operational efficiencies and process improvements
Prepare audit support schedules and documentation as assigned
Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities as needed
Support acquisition integration activities related to accounting records and processes
Participate in cross-functional projects and support additional accounting functions when necessary
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
2–5 years of experience in an Accounting or Finance role
Experience in operational accounting preferred
Experience in the energy industry strongly preferred
Experience with budgeting, planning, forecasting, financial analysis, and management reporting preferred
Public accounting and/or external audit experience preferred
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, related regulations, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements
Understanding of accounting systems, financial reporting processes, and reconciliations
Ability to work independently with moderate supervision
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
Experience supporting audits and regulatory filings
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Collaborative mindset with strong teamwork skills
ABOUT YOU
The ideal candidate demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills, professionalism, discretion, and the ability to work independently. Success in this role requires initiative, collaboration, sound judgment, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information while contributing to operational and process improvements.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Our Client is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
