Staff Accountant

New Horizons Employment Solutions

  • Katy, TX
  • $50,000-62,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
  • Apply easily
  • Job Title: Staff Accountant
Reports To: Owner
Classification: Exempt
Compensation: $50,000-$62,000
Location: Katy, TX (hybrid potential)
  • Company Overview
We're not your typical accounting firm. We partner with entrepreneurs, small businesses, and growing companies to deliver bookkeeping, accounting, tax strategy, and financial insight that fuels smart decisions. As a boutique firm, we value relationships, quality, and innovation over corporate bureaucracy.
  • Job Summary
The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing a wide range of accounting functions, detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and eager to grow with our firm. You'll play an essential role in maintaining accurate financial records for our clients, assisting with reconciliations, preparing financial statements, and supporting month-end close, tax and payroll functions.Why You'll Love Working HereThis isn't a grind-it-out accounting department. We're building a firm where technology works for us, clients trust us, and our team enjoys the process. If you like variety, growth opportunities, and being treated as a strategic partner not just a number this is your kind of place.
  • Requirements & Qualifications to Get Job
  • 24 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience (QuickBooks or Xero experience preferred)
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience
  • Strong Excel and MS Word skills (pivot tables, lookups, charts)
  • Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting basics
  • Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills and familiarity with cloud-based accounting tools
  • Excellent communication skills and client-service mindset
  • Experience with general ledger systems
  • Highly organized with excellent time-management skills
  • Ability to think strategically and plan ahead
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
  • Preferences to Get Job
  • Tax preparation and payroll experience strongly preferred
  • What you do on Job
  • Maintain and reconcile general ledgers for multiple clients
  • Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules
  • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
  • Support payroll processing and tax filings as needed
  • Collaborate with senior team members on tax prep and strategic projects
  • Ensure compliance with accounting principles and firm standards
  • Communicate with clients to resolve discrepancies and provide timely support
  • Assist in preparing timely, accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS
  • Support monthly forecasting and annual budget preparation
  • Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis
  • Follow all company safety policies and procedures
  • Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned by the supervisor
  • What We Offer (Beyond the Paycheck)
  • Performance-based bonuses and profit-sharing opportunities
  • Flexible schedule (some hybrid/remote flexibility after training)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) + standard holidays
  • Professional development support we invest in your growth with training and certifications
  • Technology-forward environment no clunky outdated systems here
  • Collaborative team culture you'll work closely with senior leadership and see how high-level decisions are made
  • Career path as our firm grows, you'll have the opportunity to move into senior accountant or advisory roles
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including those related to nondiscrimination, disability accommodations, and workplace safety. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.For best results, please email with a copy of your resume.

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