Staff Accountant - Houston - Jobot

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Salary: $60,000 - $67,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are a global leader in high-performance polymer products, wear components, and engineered functional parts. With operations across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, we provide fully integrated solutions — from raw materials to finished products — supported by in-house engineering and advanced material development capabilities.
Serving industries including Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, Medical, Semiconductor, and Water Treatment, our materials and products are precision-engineered and rigorously tested on-site to ensure performance and reliability.
Our team is driven by innovation, technical excellence, and a commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions to customers around the world.
Why join us?

• Medical insurance with employer contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance and optional supplemental coverage
• Accident or critical illness plans (optional)
• Short-term and long-term disability (optional or employer-subsidized)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and counseling support

Job Details
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records. This role will be responsible for general ledger activities, accounts receivable collections, reconciliations, journal entries, and expense review, while also providing backup support for accounts payable functions.
The ideal candidate will be highly organized, analytical, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
General Accounting
Prepare and post routine and adjusting journal entries
Perform monthly balance sheet and income statement reconciliations
Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
Maintain accurate general ledger records in accordance with accounting policies and IFRS standards
Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor inquiries
Accounts Receivable & Collections
Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on outstanding balances
Conduct customer outreach via email and phone to support collections
Research and resolve billing discrepancies and payment issues
Apply cash receipts and ensure accurate customer account balances
Credit Card & Expense Review
Review and reconcile company credit card transactions
Ensure expenses are properly coded, supported, and compliant with company policies
Follow up on missing receipts or questionable charges
Prepare credit card reconciliations and related journal entries
Reporting
Prepare and distribute daily financial and operational reports as assigned
Assist with ad hoc reporting and financial data analysis
Accounts Payable (Backup Support)
Provide backup support for accounts payable processing
Review invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and correct coding
Assist with vendor inquiries and payment-related issues
Additional Responsibilities
Assist in documenting and maintaining internal controls and procedures
Identify opportunities for process improvements within accounting operations
Perform additional accounting and finance-related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2+ years of accounting experience preferred
Experience with accounts receivable collections and general ledger accounting
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working within ERP systems
Prior exposure to month-end close and audit support
Knowledge of IFRS and internal control best practices
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