Sr. Accountant - RL Siteworx
Pasadena, TX
About the Job
POSITION SUMMARY
As a Senior Accountant, you will play a crucial role in the accounting department with month-end close activities and maintainingaccurate financial records. Your responsibilities will include performing revenue recognition, managing fixed assets, preparing and recording depreciation entries, managing prepaid expenses, and handling account reconciliations. In addition, you will support various accounting projects, integration projects and collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless financial operations.
COMPANY PROFILE
RL Siteworx is a Houston-based underground wet utility and dirt work contractor who has provided site management services to our customers for over 40 years. RL executes and manages builder’s sites so they can focus on planning for the future. We make it flow. RL is dedicated to building a culture defined by proactive action, communication, results focused, and quality and achieving a 10-year goal of being a $400M construction contractor.
PERSONALITY ASSESSMENT
As part of our hiring process, we ask candidates to set aside 5-10 uninterrupted minutes to complete a Predictive Index® Behavioral Assessment. This assessment does not measure intelligence, education, or experience. It simply measures work and communication needs. Any submissions or responses to this position will not be considered complete until this assessment has been completed.
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When this assessment is complete, you will receive an email for a second assessment. Please complete the second assessment as well.
LOCATION
The role will be based at the corporate office in Pasadena, Texas. Little to no travel requirements.
TIMING
Immediate
SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
The month-end process can be facilitated effectively due to the accuracy of the entries and expenses completed by the Accountant
The integrity of the company’s financials is maintained due to the accuracy and thoroughness of the Accountant’s work
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (SA) PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail
Organizational excellence. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
OBJECTIVES
Dedicate significant time to ensuring all month-end and year-end close activities, including but not limited to revenue recognition, depreciation entries, and prepaid expenses, are completed accurately and efficiently. This includes preparing and reviewing journal entries and ensuring all financial data is properly recorded
Focus on maintaining the integrity of the company’s financial records by reconciling all balance sheet accounts monthly. This includes identifying, analyzing, and resolving any discrepancies promptly to ensure accurate financial reporting
Allocate time to support ongoing ERP integrations and other accounting-related projects. Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure these projects are executed smoothly,contributing to the optimization of the company’s financial systems and processes
Manage job costing and project accounting functions, including tracking project costs, reviewing cost allocations, and analyzing project profitability
Invest time in working closely with other departments to gather, analyze, and interpret financial information that supports the company’s overall financial operations. This collaboration is essential for ensuring seamless communication and alignment between departments
Spend time implementing and facilitating internal control procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements. This includes collaborating with internal and external stakeholders during financial reviews and audits
Dedicate efforts to identifying areas for improvement within accounting processes and practices. Stay updated on the latest accounting tools and techniques, and actively seek opportunities to implement enhancements that increase efficiency and accuracy within the department
Perform daily bank matching to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled in ERP, supporting accurate financial reporting and cash flow management
Regularly monitor and report metrics
Continuous improvement and process optimization
KEY COMPETENCIES
Comprehensive understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and adherence to regulatory standards
Strong ability to navigate and utilize ERP systems to manage financial transactions, prepare journal entries, and conduct month-end close activities efficiently
Ability to apply revenue recognition principles in alignment with accounting guidelines and company policies, ensuring accurate financial statements
Competency in performing detailed account reconciliations, identifying discrepancies, and resolving them effectively to maintain the integrity of financial records
Proficient in using Microsoft Excel and other related applications for financial modeling, data analysis and report generation
Knowledge in accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, including best practices for managing transactions, ensuring timely payments, and maintainingaccurate records
Competence in managing all aspects of the accounting cycle, from recording financial transactions to closing accounts at the end of each period
A high level of precision in managing financial data, ensuring that all entries are accurate and that financial statements reflect the true financial position of the company
Ability to support and contribute to accounting-related projects, including integrations, by managing timelines, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering results on time
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Experience with bank reconciliations & account reconciliations
Experience with revenue and deferred revenue principles, guidance and adherence in accounting software
Experience with full cycle accounting
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
References should be provided
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
This position will require limited travel. Less than 5% of total time
COMPENSATION
Base salary range: $105,000 to $120,000
Bonus program
Health, Vision, and Dental benefits
Paid Time Off & Holidays
IRA program with Company match