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Accounting Supervisor

  • Full-time

Highlights

Position Overview: Geotherm, a UES company, is looking to hire an experienced finance professional to oversee our accounting function for business operations, as well as partner with our regional CFO to deliver timely financial updates regarding the health of our business, to include month-end, YTD, and YoY comparisons. In addition, this role will have oversight of our branch administrative processes which include: ensuring great employee experience, consistent application of UES policies and processes, and assisting in the onboarding of new hires.

Numbers & Facts

LocationKaty, TX
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryConstruction
Company Size500 to 999 employees
Year Founded1964
Websitehttp://universalengineering.com/

Description

Who We Are:

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview:

Geotherm, a UES company, is looking to hire an experienced finance professional to oversee our accounting function for business operations, as well as partner with our regional CFO to deliver timely financial updates regarding the health of our business, to include month-end, YTD, and YoY comparisons.  In addition, this role will have oversight of our branch administrative processes which include: ensuring great employee experience, consistent application of UES policies and processes, and assisting in the onboarding of new hires.  We’re looking for someone with excellent communication skills, an ability to expertly multi-task, and the desire to expand their skillset beyond accounting supervision. If you’re looking to add variety to your work while still leveraging your financial acumen, we should talk!

Responsibilities:

 

In this role, you'll be asked to: 

  • Support the month-end and year-end close process, including variance analysis and the preparation of supporting schedules.
  • Assist with the preparation of financial statements, internal reports, and audit deliverables.
  • Monitor adherence to internal controls and accounting policies to ensure compliance with GAAP and company standards.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and assist with system upgrades or automation projects.
  • Prepares invoices, proposals, and reports, and supports collection processes, as needed.
  • Responds to employee inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs.
  • Serves as the first point of contact for visitiors & clients. 
  • Assist in implementing new accounting procedures and policies as needed.

 

Job Responsibilities Note:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. UES retains the right to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Qualifications:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory or team lead responsibilities.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.
  • Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to lead and motivate a team.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

 

Preferred Qualifications:
  • CPA or progress toward certification preferred.
Travel Requirements:

This position does not require regular travel as part of its primary responsibilities. However, occasional
travel may be required, up to 10%, primarily for occasional off-site meetings, training sessions, or
company events. Travel, when necessary, will be communicated in advance and aligned with business
needs.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
  • This position primarily operates in a professional office environment, requiring the ability to work at a desk for extended periods while using a computer, phone, and standard office equipment.
  • The position involves sitting for extended periods, performing data entry, and engaging in frequent communication via email, phone, and in-person interactions.
  • The role involves regular communication with team members, clients, and stakeholders, both in person and through virtual platforms.
  • The physical demands of the job may include occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of office materials up to 15 pounds.
EEO Statement:

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here

About Company

Universal Engineering Sciences, Inc. (Universal) is a consulting engineering firm specializing in geotechnical engineering, environmental sciences, construction materials testing, and threshold inspection. We are a growing, competitive firm with a strong position and reputation in our industry. We are always looking for ways to provide enhanced services. With this in mind, we began offering private provider inspection (PPI) and plan review in 2003, and added in-house geophysical engineering and surveys to our already wide range of construction-related services.

Universal’s mission is to do “WHATEVER IT TAKES” to provide our services with a primary focus on understanding and delivering solutions for each of our individual client’s needs, be that timeliness, cost-saving recommendations, ingenuity or any other requirement they may have.

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