Accountant - Houston, TX or Sunnyvale, CA

Imagine a company that recognizes excellence in not only the products it sells, but also in its employees. R.S. Hughes Company, Inc. is that company. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of quality and professionalism - and we treat our employees like the valuable assets they are.

Founded in 1954, R.S. Hughes Co., Inc. is a dynamic, North American distributor of industrial supplies. With 52 warehouse sites in the United States and Mexico, we maintain an extensive inventory of adhesives, abrasives, electrical, static control, tapes, labeling and safety products.

In addition to competitive salaries and benefits, we offer an environment that asks you to make a difference. We value hard work and common sense, and we consistently reward those that exemplify these traits. If you're looking for a great team to grow with and if you are willing to embrace the challenges of being expected to be the best, we welcome you to come join the R.S. Hughes Company, Inc. team!

Position Description

The Accountant position is primarily responsible for day-to-day duties associated with full cycle accounting, helping to manage the financial obligations for the company. This is a key position expected to handle financial reporting and analysis, month-end closing, general ledger reconciliation, forecasting and special projects. The successful Accountant must be comfortable working in a fast paced, expanding, and dynamic environment. This position requires someone with an extensive knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures to assist with maintaining internal financial controls and procedures. This position is highly customer service oriented and requires excellent communication skills to work with internal teams and external partners. This role is expected to adhere to all company policies and safety protocols.

Key Competencies Required to be Successful as an Accountant

• Daily maintenance and reconciliation of the general ledger for Liability, Equity, and Asset accounts to ensure accuracy and validity of accounting transactions.
• Consolidates and prepares monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements for multiple R.S. Hughes divisions.
• Daily review of subsidiary ledger accounts.
• Executes month-end close process by following internal procedures and protocols; including but not limited to settling suspense and clearing accounts.
• Reconciles cash disbursement accounts, payroll, customer accounts, and other financial accounts.
• Documents, creates, and posts journal entries.
• Manages accruals to accurately reflect obligations monthly.
• Performs regular internal audits to support financial accuracy, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Files required tax forms in compliance with federal, state, and local government agencies requirements.
• Reconciles PO discrepancies and works with divisions and A/P to resolve.
• Proactively works and collaborates with Accounting and other Departments to support operational excellence, identifying process improvement opportunities.
• Consolidation of Subsidiary Systems into Master G/L.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education/Certification/Licenses

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required.
• Three to five years of broad accounting experience required.

Skills That Will Make You Successful

• Extensive knowledge of general financial accounting.
• Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Highly proficient with accounting software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines without direct supervision.
• Ability to multi-task, while instinctively readjusting efforts to focus on high-priority tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and especially Microsoft Excel.

Target Base Compensation range for this non-exempt role is $40.00 - $45.00/ hr. DOE.

This is a Full-Time position, eligible to participate in the Company's benefit plans including: Paid Time off; major medical, dental, vision; Company paid short-term and long-term disability; paid parental leave; various supplemental benefit plans; and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).