Senior Operations Accountant- PowerFLX

PROENERGY•Houston, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Operations Accountant supports PowerFLX’s accounting and operational finance activities related to EPC and project‑based work. This role focuses on accurate job cost accounting, month‑end close support, operational reporting, and compliance with GAAP and company financial policies. The role plays a key part in providing reliable financial data to Project Management and Operations teams, enabling informed decision‑making and disciplined cost control throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
5+ years of project accounting experience, preferably EPC, construction or engineering services.
Strong understanding of Contract Accounting, Revenue Recognition, and ASC 606, including percent‑complete (PoC) methodologies.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, accounting methods, internal controls, and compliance standards.
Deadline‑driven, fast paced construction project environments.
Hands‑on experience with ERP systems and project modules.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Must be fluent in English, with strong speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or CPA preferred.
Strong attention to detail with solid analytical and organizational skills.
Excellent communication (both oral & written) and presentation skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities effectively to meet strict deadlines.
Process improvement experience a plus (i.e., ideally Lean and/or Six Sigma).
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community – tactful, mature and professional.
Proficiency in Microsoft Great Plains Financials or other ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare and post journal entries related to labor, materials, subcontractors, equipment, inventory, and project accruals.
Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate reconciling items.
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes by preparing schedules, analyses, and supporting documentation.
Assist in the preparation of project‑level financial reporting, including cost, margin, and variance analysis.
Support internal and external audits by providing timely, accurate documentation.
Maintain accurate project cost records within ERP systems, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
Assist with cost‑to‑complete updates and percent‑complete calculations for project reporting.
Analyze project cost variances and collaborate with Project Management to understand drivers and impacts.
Support project setup, budget maintenance, and project closeout activities.
Ensure alignment between project budgets, actual costs, and forecasted results.
Work cross‑functionally with Project Management, Procurement, and Operations to resolve cost discrepancies, improve data accuracy, and support project performance.
Support customer billing processes, including progress, milestone, and time‑and‑materials invoicing in coordination with Project Management and Finance leadership.
Reconcile billed revenue to project records and the general ledger.
Assist with tracking change orders and contract modifications from an accounting and reporting perspective.
Support accounts receivable analysis, including retainage tracking and billing reconciliation.
Support compliance with prevailing wage, certified payroll, and applicable state and local labor requirements when applicable.
Assist with sales/use tax tracking and coordination with Tax and Payroll teams.
Maintain organized accounting records and documentation to support internal controls and audit requirements.
Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and consistency in operational accounting.
Support ERP data integrity, job cost accuracy, and reporting reliability related to project and operational accounting.