FIELD ACCOUNTANT - Cotton Holdings : Job Details

Field AccountantDepartment: LogisticsEmployment Type: Contract to hireLocation: Houston, TXDescriptionCotton Holdings, Inc., is a diversified holding company with subsidiaries that provide property restoration and recovery, construction, roofing, logistical support, temporary workforce housing, and culinary services to public and private entities worldwide. Cotton combines this diverse suite of services with top talent, innovative technology, and a large inventory of company-owned assets, to offer clients a total solutions package in support of disaster events and large development projects, including complex work environments.SummaryThe Field Accountant will be responsible for the accurate collection, assimilation, entry, and auditing of all project-related time and material billing records for customer billing. Must be a detail oriented. Accounts for job-related resources and costs according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including labor, reimbursables, materials, consumables, and third-party invoices. Must use sound judgment to determine course of action when audit issues arise, to resolve discrepancies, and to finalize billing decisions. Must maintain focus and exhibit flexibility in order to work in the field environment, examples include hotel conference room, command center, trailer/office, with other members of the deployed Operations Team.Key Responsibilities

• Assimilates data from multiple sources to account for resources used on job. Reviews documentation from other personal, clients, purchase orders, cost reports, and third-party auditors.
• Maintains files on jobs/customers ensuring completeness and accuracy. Identifies and reconciles invoices and records, resolves discrepancies.
• Communicates with project personnel and auditors. Resolves audit issues, exercises good judgement and discretion when determining corrective course of action.
• Analyzes trends and recommends process improvement.
• Data collection & entry according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Produces specialized reporting according to customer needs.
• Travels to job sites, up to 75%.

Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseEducation /Experience

• 1-2 years' experience
• Degree in accounting or finance

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong technology skills, particularly with Microsoft Excel (intermediate level and above)
• Collaborative team player
• Time management
• Self-motivated, with minimal supervision
• Available for travel and to work overtime/weekends when necessary

Disclaimer:This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent(s). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent(s) may be asked to perform other duties as requested.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact HR 877-###-####. #commercial