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Senior Accountant

Hays Electrical ServicesHouston, TX, US
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With over 18 years of experience and hundreds of million-dollar projects completed, Hays Electrical Services provides excellent service to customers in hospitality, commercial and solar industry.

Hays Electrical Services approaches each project with a cooperative mindset, working with business owners, contractors, and subcontractors towards the common goal – successful project delivery.   Position Overview :

  • The Senior Accountant will play a pivotal role in managing financial reporting, streamlining account reconciliations, and leading the training and development of junior accounting staff.
  • This role is critical to ensuring timely and accurate financial closings and supports broader finance initiatives through insightful analysis and process improvements.
  • The ideal candidate brings strong analytical acumen, hands-on accounting experience, and a passion for mentoring others.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Oversee general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end and year-end closing procedures.
  • Analyze financial data and trends to support forecasting, budgeting, and decision-making.
  • Identify and implement process improvements for faster, more accurate reconciliations and financial closings.
  • Train and mentor junior accounting staff, standardizing procedures and promoting best practices.
  • Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies.
  • Assist in the preparation of internal and external audit materials.
  • Coordinate with operations and project teams to ensure accurate job cost reporting and revenue recognition.
  • Manage fixed asset schedules, depreciation, accruals, and prepaid expenses.
  • Support the Controller and CFO with ad hoc reports and special projects.

    • Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or progress toward certification is a plus.
  • Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the construction or contracting industry.
  • Strong financial analysis skills with experience in streamlining close and reconciliation processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to train, lead, or mentor accounting team members.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Viewpoint Vista, Sage, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, macros).
  • Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
  • High attention to detail, integrity, and organizational skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

    • Benefits :

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
  • Leadership development and continuing education opportunities.
  • Dynamic and supportive work environment within a fast-growing company.
  • Join a company that’s building more than just electrical systems—join a team committed to excellence and innovation.

    • If you meet the qualifications outlined above and are ready to contribute your skills to the team at Hays Electrical Services, we encourage you to apply.

  • Join us in providing exceptional service for our clients and supporting our company's operations.

    • Apply now!       Powered by JazzHR

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