Staff Accountant

On behalf of our client, a fast growing distributor located in Cypress, we are looking for a dynamic Staff Accountant.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing financial records, ensuring adherence to accounting standards, and supporting financial reporting, budgeting, and audit activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, the ability to resolve complex financial issues, and the capacity to collaborate effectively across departments.

• Accurately prepare, maintain, and analyze financial records in line with GAAP standards.
• Provide support and guidance to the accounts payable and receivable teams on daily operational issues and troubleshooting.
• Oversee the general ledger, ensuring that all transactions are properly classified and recorded.
• Oversee the inventory movements from an accounting perspective.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and the preparation of financial statements.
• Support the preparation of financial reports for management.
• Ensure cash and banking activities (payment preparation, daily cash position review…) are performed.
• Assist in the development of the company’s annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts.
• Analyze and report on variances between actual and budgeted financial performance, offering insights and recommendations to management.
• Contribute to initiatives that control costs and identify opportunities for improved financial efficiency.
• Handle the preparation and timely submission of property tax, sales tax filings, ensuring full compliance with tax regulations.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal statutory reporting requirements, including preparing and submitting tax filings.
• Support the review and filing of annual corporate taxes, ensuring proper documentation.
• Assist in internal and external audits by providing necessary reports and documentation.

Education/ Experience:

1. 5 years of accounting experience

Experience in financial reporting, general ledger accounting and reconciliations.

Key Skills:

• Proficient in accounting software (preferably SAP).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis).
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.