Lucas Group has partnered with a fast growing industry leader with multiple locations in the Houston are and GROWING!! Interviewing passionate, hands-on accounting leaders that will oversee a team of 2 in a flexible and fun environment.
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Controller and CFO on all Accounting and Finance matters.
- Ensure the integrity, accuracy, timeliness, and helpfulness of financial information and reports by fulfilling regular accounting duties and by partnering with the Controller to build a reliable internal control environment.
- Assist Controller and CFO with due diligence/integration activities associated with mergers & acquisitions
- This will be a flexible role that will embody project work, teamwork, and recurring/routine tasks. The daily responsibilities may have a higher proportion of project work in the beginning.
Typical Job Duties
- Work with Controller to design closing procedures/processes and own monthly closing process and implement accounting system and processes.
- Prepare financial statements and lead preparation for audits and be the primary point of contact for audits
- Prepare and post journal entries with journal entry support
- Accounting research and prepare formal accounting memos documenting accounting positions
- Prepare GL account reconciliations to ensure the integrity of the financial statements
- Prepare and post journal entries with journal entry support
- Working with third party service providers as necessary (i.e. Deloitte for taxes)
- Ensuring timely filings to government (i.e. K1s, 1099s, property taxes, sales taxes, etc.)
- Perform historical and budget variance analysis as necessary create reports useful to the Controller or CFO and others in the company to drive business improvement
Education & Skill Set
- 3-5 years of progressive experience in the field of Finance or Accounting
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy required
- Ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple entities
- Great Plains experience (highly preferred)
