Corporate Accountant

Gunvor Group Ltd•Houston, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Gunvor USA – Corporate Accountant Job Summary: Experienced accountant to perform corporate accounting processes, monthly close, and financial reporting. The successful candidate will have a continuous improvement mindset, strong analytical skills, and proven accounting ability. Role is in Houston and will report directly to Corp Accounting Manager. Profile 5+ years of experience, Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred Strong knowledge of financial accounting; understanding of commodity trading business preferred Strong technical skills with proficiency in Excel Ability to perform independent research and analysis and discuss conclusions with senior mgmt. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Team oriented with willingness to train colleagues

Requirements

5+ years of experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Strong knowledge of financial accounting
Strong technical skills with proficiency in Excel
Ability to perform independent research and analysis and discuss conclusions with senior mgmt.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Team oriented with willingness to train colleagues

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred
understanding of commodity trading business preferred

Responsibilities

Process incoming expenses in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
Perform day-to-day expense transactions, including verifying approvals, coding cost accounts, entering data, and confirming outgoing payments have been completed timely.
Perform the consolidation checks and solve any discrepancies
Support accountants in daily, monthly and annual activities such as bookkeeping, close, etc.
Work effectively with the company’s compliance organization to onboard new vendors timely in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Review/process employee/contractor expense reports - review allocations of expenses, verify receipts, obtain approvals, and ensure timely payment.
Maintain historical records of accounts payable invoices, reports, and account reconciliations.
Research payment history/accounting entries as required to answer senior management inquiries.
Manage fixed assets and prepaid expenses according to company policies and procedures.
Manage corporate bank accounts on a daily basis.
Prepare PBC schedules and assist in providing support for interim and year-end audit.
Assist in providing tax support and schedules for federal and state tax.
Research and prepare forms as required by federal and state agencies, including 1099s/1042s.
Additional accounting duties as assigned by Chief Accountant or Controller.