Senior Accountant

Hays Electrical Services • Houston, TX

22d

About The Position

The Senior Accountant will play a pivotal role in managing financial reporting, streamlining account reconciliations, and leading the training and development of junior accounting staff. This role is critical to ensuring timely and accurate financial closings and supports broader finance initiatives through insightful analysis and process improvements. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical acumen, hands-on accounting experience, and a passion for mentoring others.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CPA or progress toward certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the construction or contracting industry.
• Strong financial analysis skills with experience in streamlining close and reconciliation processes.
• Demonstrated ability to train, lead, or mentor accounting team members.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Viewpoint Vista, Sage, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, macros).
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• High attention to detail, integrity, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or progress toward certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Analyze financial data and trends to support forecasting, budgeting, and decision-making.
• Identify and implement process improvements for faster, more accurate reconciliations and financial closings.
• Train and mentor junior accounting staff, standardizing procedures and promoting best practices.
• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Assist in the preparation of internal and external audit materials.
• Coordinate with operations and project teams to ensure accurate job cost reporting and revenue recognition.
• Manage fixed asset schedules, depreciation, accruals, and prepaid expenses.
• Support the Controller and CFO with ad hoc reports and special projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Leadership development and continuing education opportunities.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment within a fast-growing company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees