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Elior · 3 days ago

Sr. Staff Accountant

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$65K/yr - $75K/yr

3+ years exp

Elior North America is seeking a self-driven and solutions-oriented Sr. Staff Accountant to join their centralized accounting organization in Houston, TX. The role involves creating and maintaining accurate financial documents, managing accounts, and supporting audit processes while actively seeking process improvements.

Food and Beverage

Responsibilities

Input data into accounting systems; post ledger and general journal entries; check and verify accuracy of entries and transactions; handle data entry for multiple companies daily

Prepare monthly/weekly reconciliations for Balance Sheet accounts and significant Income Statement accounts

Prepare weekly/monthly reconciliations for bank accounts for multiple companies

Maintain account balances and bank statements

Prepare and records month-end accruals

Ensure that transactions are reflected in the proper legal entity

Manage policy and compliance process for assigned areas; actively seek process improvements and propose process changes

Assist staff with ad-hoc requests and data gathering

Provide support for the Statutory Audits

Assist with special projects as requested by management

Accurately record financial transactions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or International Financial reporting Standards (IFRS)

Qualification

Accounting experienceERP system experienceGAAP knowledgeMicrosoft Office SuiteAnalytical skillsDependableResponsibleCPA certificationCommunication skillsDetail-orientedProblem-solving skillsCustomer focusedInterpersonal skillsAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business-related field or equivalent experience

Three or more years of accounting experience

Experience dealing with multiple work sites / remote groups

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word

ERP system experience (such as GP or SAP), in a high volume, dynamic environment

Comprehensive knowledge and experience with revenue recognition concepts and practical application, month end close procedures, controls, internal reporting & analytics, and working with external auditors

Knowledge of accounting: conceptual and practical experience in researching, understanding, and communicating technical accounting issues

Is comfortable and has the capability to navigate uncertain or unclear situations, make informed decisions, and adapting to changing circumstances

Designated in office work hours with ability to travel as needed up to 10%

Ability to be recognized as a subject matter expert and valued partner with the business

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Demonstrate the ability to deliver results while working in a fast-paced, change-driven environment with the ability to meet deadlines

Customer focused to ensure integrity of data

Must be dependable, responsible and accountable

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy