Fortune 500 Companies (Various) is hiring: Senior Accountant in Houston

Overview

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Senior Accountant – Contract (Hybrid, Houston, TX)

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Accountant to join our client’s team, a Fortune 30 company, for a critical project.

This is a hybrid contracting opportunity based in Houston, TX.

Role Overview

As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in driving financial accuracy and compliance in a highly regulated, public company environment. You will own the month-end close process, prepare and review financial statements, and partner closely with cross-functional teams.

Because of the scope and complexity of this role, a Big 4 background is highly preferred—bringing the technical expertise, rigor, and exposure to public company standards that are essential to success in this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare and review financial statements and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and corporate policies.
• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Conduct balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, identifying and resolving variances.
• Partner with FP&A, Tax, and Treasury to support financial analysis and reporting needs.
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls, internal audit requirements, and public company reporting standards.
• Assist with external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of corporate accounting experience, including month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance.
• Public company experience is required—you must be comfortable working within a highly regulated, complex environment.
• Big 4 background strongly preferred, with demonstrated expertise in financial controls, compliance, and audit processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis).
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems is a plus.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing high-volume transactions under tight deadlines.

Why This Role is Exciting

This position offers an outstanding opportunity to leverage your technical accounting expertise within a Fortune 30 public company.

With complex accounting processes, SOX compliance, and frequent collaboration across finance functions, you’ll be at the center of high-impact projects.

Candidates with a Big 4 background will find this role particularly rewarding, as it provides the chance to apply that experience in a dynamic corporate environment where rigor and precision truly matter.

If this sounds like the right next step for you, don’t wait—apply now and join a team where your expertise will be recognized, and your career growth encouraged!

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Oil and Gas

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