Accountant - Entry Level

Description We are looking for an entry-level Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Flower Mound, Texas on a contract-to-permanent basis. This opportunity is well suited for an entry-level or early-career candidate who wants to build hands-on experience across core accounting functions in a fast-paced environment. The role offers exposure to receivables, payables, reconciliations, journal entries, and close activities while partnering with multiple departments to support accurate financial records.

Responsibilities:

• Record and apply incoming customer payments while ensuring transactions are posted accurately in the accounting system.

• Reconcile customer and vendor account balances, investigate discrepancies, and communicate with external contacts to resolve open items.

• Create and maintain vendor and customer records, including credit-related information and tax documentation such as W-9 forms.

• Complete bank account reconciliations and review activity to confirm financial data is current and accurate.

• Support month-end and year-end closing tasks by preparing accruals, adjustments, and other required accounting entries.

• Gather, match, and monitor company card receipts, following up with card users to obtain missing or incomplete documentation.

• Review invoices for proper account coding and prepare accounts payable items for approval before entry and processing.

• Prepare journal entries and work closely with purchasing and sales teams to address billing, payment, and account-related issues.

• Assist external auditors by compiling requested schedules, account details, and supporting documents during the annual audit process. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.

• 0–3 years of experience in accounting, including exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general ledger activities.

• Working knowledge of bank reconciliations, account reconciliation, and journal entry preparation.

• Understanding of basic accounting principles and financial recordkeeping practices.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize and manage multiple tasks effectively.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors, customers, auditors, and internal departments.

• Proficiency with standard business software such as spreadsheets and accounting systems.

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