We are looking for an Accountant to support financial operations across multiple business units in Brownsville, Texas. This role is ideal for someone with a solid grasp of core accounting principles who can manage detailed records, maintain accurate reporting, and contribute to a consistent monthly close process. The position offers an opportunity to work across varied areas of accounting while building expertise in a dynamic, multi-entity environment.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day accounting activities for several entities, ensuring records remain accurate, organized, and aligned with reporting deadlines.
- Maintain financial books for school-related operations, including transaction tracking and preparation of entity-specific financial reports.
- Record and reconcile accounting activity tied to home sale transactions, including preparation of supporting journal entries and documentation.
- Prepare routine and adjusting entries, complete closing tasks, and help drive an efficient month-end close cycle.
- Perform bank reconciliations and account analyses to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and strengthen financial accuracy.
- Provide accounting support for notes receivable activity when needed, including tracking balances and related entries.
- Assist with audit readiness by organizing schedules, reviewing records, and addressing items that require correction or cleanup.
- Help sustain consistent accounting practices across different business lines by supporting structured processes and timely financial reporting.
- Use accounting platforms and Excel tools to manage transactions, analyze data, and support ongoing financial operations.
- At least 3 years of accounting experience in a role involving general ledger activity and financial reconciliations.
- Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals, including debits and credits, journal entries, account reconciliations, and close procedures.
- Ability to manage accounting responsibilities across multiple entities or lines of business with strong attention to detail.
- Intermediate Excel proficiency, with the ability to work efficiently with spreadsheets for analysis and reporting.
- Experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar financial systems.
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow within a collaborative accounting team.
- Bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish are preferred.
- Background in nonprofit accounting is a plus but not required.