Sr. Accountant

Company: Robert Half
Location: Austin
Posted on: January 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and driving efficiency in reporting processes. This position is based in Austin, Texas, and offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to the success of a dynamic organization. Responsibilities: • Prepare, analyze, and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Conduct detailed reconciliations for accounts such as inventory, fixed assets, and accounts payable/receivable. • Manage cost accounting functions, including maintaining standard cost systems and analyzing variances to support inventory processes. • Collaborate with teams across operations, engineering, and supply chain to enhance financial procedures and controls. • Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and performing variance analysis for manufacturing-related activities. • Ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulations, including environmental and renewable energy tax credit requirements. • Support external audits by coordinating documentation and addressing auditor inquiries. • Identify and implement process improvements to streamline financial reporting and enhance operational efficiency. • Provide mentorship and leadership to less experienced accounting team members.• Proficiency in managing month-end close processes and preparing financial reports. • Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and journal entry preparation. • Experience in performing account reconciliations for various financial categories. • Skilled in conducting bank reconciliations and resolving discrepancies. • Familiarity with cost accounting methods and variance analysis. • Ability to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies. • Effective communication skills to collaborate with diverse teams and external auditors. • Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor entry level staff in accounting practices.

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