Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant Opportunity

Our client, a Houston-based company in the global food distribution industry, is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This individual will support the accounting team with day-to-day operations, assist with month-end close, and help clean up existing account discrepancies. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of GAAP, experience with reconciliations and journal entries, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger.
• Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable, and accounts receivable balances.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain and balance subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions.
• Support preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Assist with audits (internal and external) by providing supporting documentation and schedules.
• Analyze financial data and summarize financial status for management review.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.

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