Sr. Accounting Specialist

Posted 5 Days Ago
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Houston, TX, USA
In-Office
100K-100K Annually
Senior level
Logistics
The Role
Prepares journal entries, reconciles balance sheet and bank accounts, researches ledger discrepancies, produces monthly reports, and supports month-end close. Maintains accruals, depreciation, allocations, rent entries, and P&L trend analysis. Provides audit documentation and supporting schedules while ensuring accurate, timely accounting work. Requires strong knowledge of GAAP, accounting principles, Excel, organization, communication, and problem-solving.
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Essential Job Functions

  • Prepare and post journal entries
  • Review, analyze and reconcile balance sheet accounts
  • Research ledger items to resolve discrepancies and explain variances
  • Produce monthly reports and assist in month end closing
  • Perform bank reconciliations.
  • Ability to self-manage and ensure tasks are done timely
  • Provide documentation and supporting schedules to auditors
  • Perform trend analysis on P&L accounts
  • Record, depreciation, payroll, A/P accruals and tax accruals
  • Handle straight-line rent entries, re occurring entries and allocations.
  • Other duties as assigned

Other Skills & Abilities

  • Strong working knowledge of accounting (P&L and Balance sheet)
  • Very focused on to detail and accuracy; double checks work.
  • Has good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Has strong organizational and prioritizing skills
  • Has strong problem-solving skills
  • Proficient in relevant computer applications; knowledge of AccPac a plus.
  • Familiarity with GAAP

    Education & Experience

    • Bachelor degree in Accounting required.
    • 3 to 5 years of General accounting experience.
    • Solid experience and skills in Microsoft Excel

      Why You Should Work for Crane?

      We offer:

      • Quarterly Incentive Plan
      • 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
      • Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
      • Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
      • Employee Referral Bonuses
      • Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
      • Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
      • Employee Discounts
      • Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

      Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

      Disclaimer:

      The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

      The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

      We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

      This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.

      More Information: http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify 

      Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.


      Qualifications Education Required High School or better. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
      This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

      Skills Required

      • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
      • 3 to 5 years of general accounting experience
      • Solid experience and skills in Microsoft Excel
      • Strong working knowledge of P&L and balance sheet accounting
      • Familiarity with GAAP
      • High school diploma or better
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      The Company
      HQ: Houston, TX
      1,909 Employees
      Year Founded: 2008

      What We Do

      Crane Worldwide Logistics provides top-class logistics solutions. Whether you're looking for Supply Chain Management, Freight Forwarding, Air Freight, Ocean Freight (FCL & LCL), Rail Freight, Trucking, Shipping, Warehousing, or Customs Brokerage, we are your nearby 3PL provider. Get a freight quote today.

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