Accountant

Position: Accountant
Location: Cypress, TX
Career ID: 131363

The Accountant is primarily responsible for performing regular accounting functions including the review and posting of accruals transactions, preparing financial and ad hoc reports, account reconciliations to include managing and maintaining balance sheet schedules, and posting general ledger journal entries. This position works under the supervision of the Accounting Manager.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare accurate, timely financial statements and analyze for discrepancies
• Conduct monthly and quarterly account reconciliations
• Manage banking activities such as bank reconciling items, banking fees and positive pay exceptions
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts
• Maintain Fixed Assets schedules
• Post home closings and lot take-downs
• Conduct regular ledger maintenance and reviews
• Record biweekly and monthly payroll
• Create and run regular system reports for financial reporting and general ledger reconciliations
• Coordinate and resolve various issues with banks
• Assist with annual personal property tax renditions and property appraisal protests
• Abide by all regulatory guidance and internal policies & procedures
• Additional duties may be assigned as needed

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS [required]

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Strong proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Driven, proven performer in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent customer service, communication and organizational skills

• Thorough understanding of accounting functions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience with Job Costing
• Construction or Real Estate industry experience
• Accounts payable experience