Senior Accountant

Signal Energy•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Senior Accountant position performs and oversees tasks included in the full cycle accounting process and month end closing functions such as month-end journal entries, GL account reconciliations, project reporting, consolidation, variance analysis, internal reporting and assisting with internal and external audits for one or more of Signal Energy’s related companies. The Senior Accountant will need to be a skilled accountant and analyst, willing to dig in and do the work and step back and see the big picture.

Requirements

Experience working with generally accepted accounting principles and software
Resourceful in marshalling materials, techniques, and support to bring tasks to completion
Effective communicator with ability to write and speak clearly in a variety of settings
Well-organized and able to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines
Naturally curious with a desire to continuously learn
Highly organized with keen attention to detail
Proficient with data analysis, critical thinking and problem-solving
Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions, in a fast-paced environment
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Finance is required
5 or more years of accounting experience required
Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Tools, particularly Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Nice To Haves

CPA (or equivalent) preferred or working towards earning a CPA
Experience in Construction Accounting (Percentage of Completion) preferred, but not required
Experience with auditing and public accounting preferred
Vista™ by Viewpoint Construction Software [ERP] experience a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for general ledger accounting and month-end closing for assigned companies and/or divisions
Ensures revenue recognition policies and procedures are in compliance with ASC 606.
Reviews lease portfolio and ensures financial statement accuracy under ASC 842
Collaborates with teams across the company to ensure that new leases and amendments to existing lease terms are communicated timely and accounted for accurately
Prepares monthly consolidated financial statements and analyzes monthly financial performance
Provide day-to-day direction of Staff Accountant by answering questions as well as providing backup/support to other accounting team members as needed.
Prepares and reviews monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Assists with creation of consolidated financial reports and other associated schedules
Contributes to the development of new or amended accounting systems, programs, and procedures
Works with multiple teams across the organization to assist with deal review and month-end close responsibilities
Assists in gathering documents required for external audits
Facilitates collaboration to improve overall accounting processes and procedures.
Assists operations and project teams with any Accounting related issues.
Researches ways of streamlining and standardizing processes to support the Accounting function.
Perform Percentage-of-Completion (POC) accounting for long-term projects, including calculating revenue recognition based on project progress, preparing related journal entries, reconciling accounts, interpreting results, and ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS standards and company policies.