Accounting Director (Contract Position)
Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid Eligible)
Contract Duration: 3 Months (Short-Term Contract)
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Accounting Director for a 3-month contract assignment supporting a leading global energy organisation. In this critical role, you will oversee key financial reporting processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in coordination with shared services, FP&A, and audit teams. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and contribute directly to the performance of the Flexible Generation business unit.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and monitor the financial close and reporting process, ensuring adherence to a 3-day close timeline.
- Collaborate with FP&A teams to review profit & loss statements and balance sheets, identifying and resolving unusual trends or variances.
- Oversee accruals, revenue calculations, invoicing, cash receipts, and manual journal entries within the general ledger.
- Establish strong working partnerships across FP&A, Treasury, and Tax teams to meet financial deadlines.
- Review account reconciliations to ensure all balances are properly supported, accurate, and audit-ready.
- Support process controls, technical accounting matters, and audit coordination.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in accounting and financial reporting.
- CPA certification (or actively working towards CPA).
- Proficient in SAP and IFRS accounting standards.
- Previous public audit or public accounting experience highly desirable.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication and decision-making skills with the ability to interface with internal teams and external auditors.
- Ability to operate in a deadline-driven environment with excellent planning and organisational skills.
- Solid understanding of financial controls, risk management, and business operations.
Additional Information
- Hybrid work schedule (Houston office-based with flexibility).
- Full compliance with company safety, ethics, and code of conduct policies is required.
- Sponsorship is not available for this role.
About the Employer
Join a leading player in the global energy transition, delivering innovative and sustainable energy solutions. The company is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and safe workplace where all employees can thrive.