The Role at a glance:

As an Accountant, Revenue, you will work in a dynamic environment, tackling new challenges, and acting as a change agent for the company. While work has been centralized, there is a need to optimize center efficiencies by introducing standardized processes and procedures across all business segments. This position interacts extensively with the segment Finance teams to ensure revenue and customer billing is accurate and that all payment collections are identified and applied in accordance with the proper accounting treatment based on IFRS or GAAP guidelines.  You will be part of a centralized Houston, TX based Accounting organization.  

What you'll be doing:

• Provide subject matter expertise on the treatment of revenue accounting 
• Review fully executed and duly signed client contractual agreements and ensure that all system related items are properly set to ensure complete compliance with the contract. 
• Manage the collection of outstanding accounts receivables balances. 
• Complete and support client contractual invoicing, including month-end/weekly calculations, verification of operating results, preparation of necessary journal entries, paid commissions, inventory adjustments, accruals, deferrals, and reconciliations. 
• Ensure proper and accurate recognition of revenue in accordance with IFRS and company policies and consistent across multiple companies 
• Lead operational improvement initiatives to further streamline revenue and collections tasks in support of a shorter revenue close calendar  
• Standardize processes to unlock the synergies of a Shared Service Center approach and allow higher use of automation, interfaces, and data analytics. 
• Research and prepare written accounting policies and positions as needed for non-standard revenue transactions  
• Implement and support internal controls and procedures related to revenue recognition, monthly close/weekly close and reporting processes  
• Assist with annual external audits and other ad hoc projects as needed  
• Support Elior SSC-wide continuous improvement projects as required 
• Other duties as assigned based on business needs 

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business-related field or equivalent experience 
• Three or more years of accounting experience 
• Experience dealing with multiple work sites / remote groups  
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel 
• Must have ERP system experience (such as SAP or GP) in a high volume, dynamic environment  
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with revenue recognition concepts and practical application, month end close procedures, controls, internal reporting & analytics, and working with external auditors 
• Knowledge of accounting: conceptual and practical experience in researching, understanding, and communicating technical accounting issues 
• Proven revenue accounting/billing and collections operations improvement experience 
• Designated in office work hours with ability to travel as needed up to 10%  
• Ability to be recognized as a subject matter expert and valued partner with the business. 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Demonstrate the ability to deliver results while working in a fast-paced, change-driven environment with the ability to meet deadlines.  
• Customer focused to ensure integrity of information related to invoicing and collections 
• Must be dependable, responsible and accountable  
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills 
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word. 

Nice-to-haves:

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant)

Where you'll be working:

You will be working out of our Houston, TX based office. 

Our Benefits:

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

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