Senior Accountant (Cash)

Southwest Water Co
  • Sugar Land, TX
    29 days ago

    Job Description

    Who We Are

    Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 12 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.

    "Nexus" means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,200 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.

    What We Offer

    • Paid Time Off: Starting at 3 weeks annually along with 11 company-paid holidays
    • Health and Wellness Benefits: Effective the first day of the month following your start date
    • 401(k) with Matching Contribution: 100% match up to 4% plus an additional 3% employer contribution
    • Grow With Us: Professional development, certifications, and education support
    • Additional Benefits: Company-paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG): ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization.

    Overview

    The Nexus Water Group team is seeking a Senior Accountant (Cash). The Senior Accountant is responsible for the day-to-day oversight and accuracy of cash related accounting activities across the organization. This role supports reliable financial reporting through disciplined reconciliation processes, timely and accurate recording of transactions, preparation of journal entries, and adherence to a strong internal control environment.

    Working closely with Treasury and other accounting functions in a multi-entity environment, this position plays a key role in preparing month-end close entries, supporting broader close activities, and driving continuous process improvements.

    Work Location and Schedule

    This is a full-time role based at our Sugar Land, TX office. Minimum 3 days per week, with up to 2 days of work-from-home.

    What Youll Do

    The Senior Accountant duties are as follows:

    • Monitor daily cash activity across bank accounts and ensure accurate recording of transactions
    • Prepare and review bank reconciliations across multiple accounts and entities
    • Research and resolve reconciling items and discrepancies in a timely manner
    • Provide visibility into cash balances and activity to support decision-making
    • Support month-end and year-end close activities, including preparation of journal entries and variance analysis
    • Ensure cash-related accounts are accurately reflected in the general ledger and financial statements
    • Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and GAAP requirements
    • Partner with internal and external auditors on treasury and cash-related audit requests
    • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of cash operations
    • Contribute to a collaborative, accountable team environment
    • Perform other duties as assigned

    Reasonable Accommodations Statement

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    What Youll Bring

    Experience

    • Minimum of three years direct accounting experience
    • Thorough knowledge of accounting theory and practice as applied to accounting systems, policies, procedures, and reporting methods

    Education

    • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required

    Nice to Have

    • Public accounting experience preferred
    • CPA license preferred

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
    • Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
    • Strong business acumen with an understanding of GAAP
    • Effective collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills
    • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
    • Strong process-improvement mindset, with experience streamlining procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency

    Work Environment

    • This role is primarily office-based with extended periods of sitting and computer work.
    • Regular collaboration is required both in person and virtually with internal and external stakeholders.
    • Occasional travel may be required.

    About Our Company

    We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law.

    We are an E-Verify participating employer.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSugar Land, TX

    Skills

    • Accountingunmatched
    • Accounting Closeunmatched
    • Accounting Policiesunmatched
    • Accounting Softwareunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Business Skillsunmatched
    • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Corporate Policiesunmatched
    • Decision Supportunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • External Auditunmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Financial Reportingunmatched
    • Financial Statementsunmatched
    • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
    • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
    • Internal Auditunmatched
    • Journal Entriesunmatched
    • Life Insuranceunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Procedure Developmentunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Public Accountingunmatched
    • Reconciliationunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Treasuryunmatched
    • Treasury Accountingunmatched
    • Variance Analysisunmatched
    • Water Utilityunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

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