What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at DSD Recruitment?
We are a talent sourcing firm specializing in finance and accounting roles across the energy and healthcare sectors. We are currently partnering with a large, well-established medical technology company to fill an immediate Accounting Manager position.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on Accounting Manager for an immediate start opportunity. This is a contract role based on-site in the Energy Corridor area of Houston. While the company promotes a flexible culture, this role requires a consistent on-site presence. This position will play a key role in overseeing the accounting function, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and supporting the month-end close process. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise along with leadership capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
• Manage general ledger activities and maintain accuracy of financial records
• Lead and mentor accounting staff
• Coordinate with auditors and support audit requests (internal and external)
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports
• Drive process improvements and enhance accounting workflows and controls
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities in collaboration with FP&A
• Monitor and analyze variances and key financial metrics
• Ensure timely and accurate balance sheet and income statement reporting
• Assist with system implementations, upgrades, or process automation initiatives • Handle ad hoc accounting projects and reporting needs
Qualifications
• 8 years of progressive accounting experience (public accounting or industry) and recent experience as Accounting Manager
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• CPA or CPA-eligible strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar preferred)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to manage deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills ediate consideration!
Engagement Details
Location: Houston, TX – Energy Corridor (On-site)
Employment Type: Contract/Contract-to-hire
Duration: 6 months (with strong potential for extension or full-time conversion based on performance)
Why Apply?
• Opportunity to join a leading med-tech company with strong growth potential
• Clear pathway to a full-time leadership role
• Competitive hourly compensation• Exposure to a dynamic and collaborative accounting environment.
If you’re looking for a fast-moving opportunity with long-term potential, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today for immediate consideration!