Staff Accountant
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Classify and code data, prepare journal entries, and analyze/reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting. Perform month-end and year-end close activities, verify accounting transactions for multiple committees, and support treasury operations including cash reconciliation and credit card processing. Maintain records per documentation policy, assist with periodic financial reports, and document procedures to improve efficiency. Proactively communicate work status and escalate concerns as appropriate while prioritizing deadlines. This role requires a BS/BA in accounting with one to two years of experience and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with NetSuite knowledge preferred.
Required Qualifications
- BS/BA degree in accounting
- one to two years of progressive experience
- equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and consistently meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership of assigned responsibilities and follow tasks through to completion
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members and internal stakeholders
- Ability to build positive working relationships with Finance and non-Finance personnel
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn, adapt, and continuously improve processes
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, seasonal environment with changing priorities
- Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling financial information
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Basic understanding of US GAAP, accounting processes and procedures, and business ethics
- Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Reasoning Ability
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
- Ability to analyze information, identify issues, evaluate alternatives, and recommend practical solutions
- Exercise sound judgment in handling routine accounting matters
- know when to escalate issues appropriately
- The employee may be required to sit, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- During the Show, the employee may be required to frequently walk to various places on the grounds
- The employee may be required to lift and/or move 15 or more pounds
- Requires good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination
- Extended work hours required, especially during peak periods
- The employee may be on feet for up to twelve hours per day during set-up and the Show
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of NetSuite a plus
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