Staff Accountant II

Carriage Services
Houston, TX 77056

Qualifications

General ledger accounting: 5 years (Required)
Balance sheet reconciliation: 5 years (Required)
Journal entries: 5 years (Required)
Bachelor's (Preferred)

Job details

Job Type

Full-time

Staff Accountant

At Carriage Services, we believe in the concept of “First Who, Then What.” We have learned that leaders, who attract and surround themselves with the best people, achieve great things. We believe in the Four E’s of Leadership—Energy, Energize, Edge, and Execute. If you can compete at this level, then our Company is for you!

The Staff Accountant II will assist with the monthly closing and preparation of financial statements for the field businesses. As a member of the team, you will partner with our individual businesses in the field so positive interactions and outstanding service are critical. The Staff Accountant will need to possess a strong work ethic and have the ability to adapt to changing priorities without compromising high quality work results.

· Perform the monthly close and review of monthly financial statements and analysis (i.e. variance analysis)

· Prepare journal entries to upload data which records preneed sales, commissions, trust and cash as well as make adjustments to ensure the financials reflect proper reporting.

· Request information on unusual and missing activity in general ledger accounts.

· Review balance sheet account reconciliations, identify proposed adjustments, processing errors, and partner with other departments to get them resolved. Identify necessary process improvements and work to get them implemented.

· Partner with individual businesses and provide support by answering questions (i.e.: processing of contracts and inventory and completing inventory reconciliations.)

· Special Projects as assigned and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in Finance or
Accounting required.

· Minimum 3 years’ of GL accounting
experience.

· CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
preferred.

· Knowledge of accounting principles,
practices, and financial reporting.

· Experience working with automated
ledger applications, analyze data and provide recommendations.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• General ledger accounting: 5 years (Required)
• Balance sheet reconciliation: 5 years (Required)
• Journal entries: 5 years (Required)
• variances: 5 years (Required)
• bank statements: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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