Accountant jobs in Houston, TX

Cenikor's Value Proposition - What's In It for You?

• PURPOSE in your work - service to others, giving back to your community, helping to save lives, being fulfilled at work. See how we served last year.
• COMPETITIVE PAY, BENEFITS, PAID TIME OFF, $2k - $4k TUITION REIMBURSEMENT, up to 10% 401K and BONUSES - we hire and reward high performers.
• STABILITY and GROWTH - more than 55 years in business - our strong financial processes support our drive to serve more people and ensure stability for our team members.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - we are committed to developing our leaders in their desired career path and promoting from within. We have Cenikor Career Pathways Program that you can join after 90 days of employment. We also have an annual leadership development program with assigned mentors to help you achieve your professional goals. More than 25% of our total employees have been promoted the last 4 years.
• STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS - The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) forgives your qualified student loans if working for a non-profit for a specific period of time. Find out more here.
• The work we do isn't easy. If you like purposeful hard work, serving others and having FUN with your team while achieving goals, Cenikor will be the right place for you!

Cenikor Foundation is a non-profit organization and one of the largest substance use treatment centers in the nation. We are currently seeking an Accountant in our corporate office located in Houston, TX.

JOB SUMMARY:

Assist the CFO and accounting staff with the Foundation accounting and financial functions

SCHEDULE:

Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reconcile the AR & AP module/reports to the GL monthly and make appropriate adjustments.
• Assist in updating the accounting records such as the general ledger, sub ledgers for pre-paids, accruals, insurance, payables and receivables, fixed asset database, and fixed assets/depreciation entries on a monthly basis. Review expense dimension classifications and make appropriate adjustments monthly.
• Prepare the monthly bank account reconciliations and make appropriate adjusting entries.
• Prepare and assist with the month-end closing and make appropriate adjusting entries.
• Prepare and enter program specific allocations for reimbursement.
• Prepare accounting estimates for all accrued expenses, receivables, and allowances, and make recommendations to the CFO and Sr. Accounting Manager for adjusting entries.
• Prepare and enter the payroll in the GL within 24 hours of the semi-monthly payroll date.
• Prepare 401K plan contributions for eligibility and make contribution deposits for each semi-monthly payroll. Prepare and enter the 401K contributions into the GL within 24 hours of the semi-monthly payroll date.
• Interact with the facilities business team to support their accurately and timely completion of their job duties.
• Participate in audits and reviews, including facility audits; assist auditors during the annual audit and assist with audit compliance with periodic reviews of the accounting policies and procedures.
• Uphold the core principles of Cenikor's culture and create a positive working environment for all team members.
• Prepare and assist with the annual budget process. Ensure that the budget is completed to meet the deadlines, as outlined in the budget timeline.
• Assist with the physical inventory of all fixed assets every even numbered year.
• Uphold the core principles of Cenikor's culture and create a positive working environment for all team members
• Maintain strict confidentiality on all client and Foundation matters and refer questionable issues to the CFO.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and consistent with non-exempt functions as defined in this job description.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Ability to have excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work with great attention to detail and accurately record numerical data.
• Experienced in working with diverse population.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software required, including MS Excel and Outlook calendar.
• Strong ethical and business standards.
• Ability to lead by established goals and objectives.
• Ability to consistently uphold the Core Principles of Cenikor's Culture:
  • Demonstrate mission of service to our clients
  • Positive, respectful communication with both staff and clients
  • Demonstrate self-motivation and perseverance to achieve goals
  • Role model appropriate, professional behaviors including appropriate client boundaries
  • Work effectively as part of a team, helping to set up others for success

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's Degree required
• Accounting Degree required
• CPA seeking or preferred

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years accounting experience required.
• Knowledge of Sage Intacct Accounting software preferred

IMPORTANT NOTES:

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER