| Location | Houston, TX |
TITLE: Sr. Accountant I
POSITION OBJECTIVE: Reef Industries, Inc., founded in 1957, specializes in designing, manufacturing, and fabricating industrial fabric films and material grades engineered for demanding applications. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company supports customers across diverse industries that require durable, high-performance materials. Reef Industries operates five key product divisions: Griffolyn, Permalon, Armorlon, Banner Guard, and Terra Tape. The organization emphasizes innovation, product quality, and customer-focused solutions while maintaining a stable, long-established presence in the industrial manufacturing sector. The Senior Accountant I role at Reef Industries, Inc. is a full-time, on-site position based in Greater Houston. This role is responsible for managing general ledger activities, preparing and reviewing journal entries, and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of month-end and year-end closings. The Senior Accountant will prepare financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analyses, and will support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management. Daily duties include overseeing accounts payable and receivable processes, assisting with cost accounting and inventory analysis, and maintaining compliance with GAAP and internal controls. The role will also support external audits, identify process improvements, and partner with operations and leadership to provide financial insights that support business decisions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in accountingStrong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and general ledger accounting, including month-end and year-end close processes.Experience with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling to support strategic and operational decisions.Proficiency in accounting and ERP systems, as well as Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet/reporting tools.Background in cost accounting, inventory analysis, and standard costing within a manufacturing or industrial environment is highly preferred.Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data, solve problems, and present findings clearly to non-finance stakeholders.Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in an on-site setting.Several years of progressive accounting experience, with prior senior or lead accountant responsibilities preferred.High level of integrity, professional judgment, and commitment to maintaining strong internal controls and compliance.Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate nonstandard work hours as necessary.Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interaction
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists in the preparation of month-end/year-ed closingMaintains and updates journal entries and general ledgerReconciles bank accountsMonitors accounts payable/receivable to ensure accurate and timely paymentsEvaluates financial operations, identifies risks, and recommends improvements for cost reduction and profit maximizationAssists in other functions of the accounting department such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections and billingCollaborate with other departments in the preparation of budgets and forecasts for future financial cyclesUtilizes accounting softwarePerform other duties as requested by managementAll other duties as assigned.