Senior Accountant

CFS

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$80,000–$100,000
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Consolidation, Accounting Policies, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Establish Priorities, External Audit, Financial Compliance, Financial Reporting, Financial Services, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Journal Entries, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Operational Strategy, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Public Accounting, Public Finance, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, SEC Filings, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Team Player, Time Management, Variance Analysis
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
Today

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Company Overview: We have partnered with a leading publicly traded financial services company dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative financial solutions. Our dynamic and fast-paced environment encourages growth and development, fostering a culture that values integrity, transparency, and collaboration.

Salary: Starting $80,000 w/ bonus

Senior Accountant Summary: The Staff Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, performing account reconciliations, and assisting in the preparation of financial reports in compliance with GAAP. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the integrity of our financial processes and providing timely, accurate data for decision-making.

Senior Accountant Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and perform variance analyses to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial information.
  • Support the preparation of consolidated financial statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with external auditors during audits, providing requested documentation and ensuring timely resolution of audit issues.
  • Assist with SEC filings, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, and other required filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
  • Maintain and ensure adherence to internal controls over financial reporting and accounting processes.
  • Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives to enhance accounting operations and reporting efficiency.
  • Research and resolve accounting discrepancies, escalating issues as necessary.
  • Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and regulations that may impact the organization.

Senior Accountant Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
  • CPA or progress toward CPA certification preferred.
  • 3 years of experience in accounting, preferably with a publicly traded company or in public accounting.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

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MaxSalary: USD100000
MinSalary: USD80000

About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/