Accountant

Olive Recruiting

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Processing, Aging Analysis, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Business Performance Management, Cargo/Freight, Cash Flow, Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), External Audit, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Strategy, Financial Transactions, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Journal Entries, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Marketing, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Oracle, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Transaction Processing/Management, Treasury
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

Olive is seeking an Accountant to join our client’s team near the Galleria area in Houston, TX. This hands-on role supports the North America Marketing & Logistics (NAML) region and is responsible for end-to-end accounting, financial reporting, treasury functions, compliance, and internal controls. The Senior Accountant will partner closely with commercial and logistics teams to support financial performance, reporting accuracy, and operational decision-making.

Full-time, direct hire opportunity (not a temporary position)
Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with flexibility on start/end times
Competitive base salary + bonus opportunity + comprehensive benefits package

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage journal entries, general ledger activity, and account reconciliations
• Lead month-end close activities including cash, freight, SG&A, payroll, leases, and intercompany accounting
• Ensure accurate accruals and compliance with IFRS and US GAAP standards
• Support consolidation processes and FCCS financial reporting
• Oversee AP/AR processes, aging analysis, and customer credit exposure
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and working capital management
• Monitor bank transactions, factoring activity, and freight accounting
• Record payroll and intercompany transactions and reconcile balances
• Perform lease accounting activities and settlements
• Execute SOX controls and support internal and external audit requests
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards
• Partner with commercial and logistics teams to provide financial analysis and KPI reporting
• Support forecasting, performance management, and business decision-making
• Participate in strategic finance projects and process improvement initiatives
• Act as a subject matter expert and mentor while promoting best practices and continuous improvement

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business required; CPA or CMA preferred
• 6+ years of accounting experience required; global or multi-entity experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, SOX, and internal controls
• Experience with ERP systems required; Oracle preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

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