For over 25 years, G&A Partners has been helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses, take better care of their employees, and enjoy a higher quality of life by providing proven HR solutions and technology. G&A Partners' client is currently seeking an Accountant to join its team in Houston, TX.

The Accountant is responsible for overseeing daily accounts payable, handling internal overhead tasks, and processing semi-monthly payroll, ensuring transactions are accurately and promptly allocated. This role involves handling tight deadlines and a variety of accounting duties, including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, and supporting budget and forecast activities. The ideal candidate is team-oriented, proactive, and goal-driven, with the ability to work independently and exercise judgment to resolve issues within established policies and procedures.

• Timely review and process accounts payable invoices
• Ensure accurate payroll processing, including deductions for taxes, benefits, and other items
• Reconcile payroll with the general ledger and monthly bank statements
• Review and post customer payments and journal entries into the accounting system
• Reconcile corporate bank accounts and perform various other accounting duties
• Assist with quarterly and annual tax reporting, including generating 1099s and W-2s
• Crosstrain on various tasks to serve as backup for other finance team members
• Communicate effectively and regularly with staff throughout the firm to ensure compliance with internal and external accounting practices
• Support day-to-day activities necessary for the month-end and year-end close processes
• Assist in annual audits, special projects, and system conversions/upgrades
• Help with weekly, month-end, and quarterly business information management reporting

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 1-3 years of financial accounting experience in a project services environment, preferred
• Familiarity with MS Dynamics or similar project accounting ERP systems is a plus
• Knowledge of PrismHR for payroll or equivalent systems is valuable
• Advanced skills in Excel and Outlook are required
• Experience in the A/E/C or professional services industry is desirable
• Ability to work effectively in an open office environment
• Capable of meeting strict deadlines and managing multiple shifting priorities
• Ability to produce accurate and timely deliverables
• A team player who can establish collaborative working relationships
• Results-driven and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Must demonstrate strong initiative and maintain confidentiality

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

G&A Partners as an Equal Opportunity Employer considers all applicants and prohibits discrimination of any type on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Our management team is dedicated to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment based on any of these characteristics. We are committed to this policy and achieving a diverse workforce with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment.