Sugar Land, TX, United States
24 hours ago
Staff Accountant

This position is responsible for performing accounting processes related to revenue accounting within the Enterprise Service Center (ESC). This position supports a team in their interactions with Accounting Managers and internal stakeholders; ensures that software and other tools are available and functional to efficiently and effectively process accounting tasks; ensures that process flows and accountabilities executed and followed to maintain strong internal controls and safeguard the assets of ABM Industries; manages the processing of revenue accounting records; ensures that appropriate accounting related training is completed within deadlines; ensures that appropriate benchmarks are monitored against processes and systems; and escalates process improvements supporting management efforts. 

Job Responsibilities: 

Review revenue dashboards to analyze month-over-month and against budget/forecast variances and collaborate with Operation/Field  Actively support Operations/Fields Managers with inquires dealing with new and current contracts and revenue accruals and providing relevant financial analysis  Process deferred and unbilled revenue for applicable contracts and revenue accruals   Analyze quarterly bad debt entries, investigating and resolving any errors or adjustments needed to accurately reflect the allowance of doubtful accounts  Responsible for the preparation of reconciliations for all revenue-related accounts, including accounts receivable (AR) and intercompany, as well as all other financial transaction and data processing and reports related to the preparation of the monthly financial statements  Support processes to prepare and maintain schedules and supporting documentation needed for management, internal and external reporting, external auditors, and SOX requirements  Work closely with the Accounting Organization leadership to see that Record-to-Report process flows and accountabilities are maintained and supported   Support month-end and year-end close efforts for Record-to-Report processes including performing accruals, reclasses and adjustments; ensure individual deadlines and deliverables are met accurately and timely   Work with the relevant teams to drive and manage process improvements, up and downstream, in the Record-to-Report processes   Engage in cross-training on departmental functions and work flexibly to assist other staff and/or fill in, as needed   Maintain systems, and policies and procedures, to ensure adherence to company guidelines and accounting standards   Maintain culture of service. This culture includes developing and maintaining relationships with the field operations teams, ESC teams, and stakeholders and partners in Source-to-Pay, FP&A, IT, HR, Internal Audit, and others. Ensure there is two-way communication and a feedback loop to optimize process outcomes   Support robust communication plans and maintain open lines of communication with counterparts, clients, and stakeholders, including routine insights on pre-planned cadences   Assist with quarter and year-end audit requests 

Minimum Requirements: 

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline   0-3 years of Record-to-Report and accounting experience, preferably with exposure to general accounting, within a Shared Services Environment  Experience with Oracle Cloud Finance (OCF) General Ledger (GL), OCF Portfolio Management (PPM); OCF Smart View; OCF Reports: Account Reconciliation System (ARCS); Enterprise Journals highly preferred   Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; PowerBI experience highly preferred  Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) 

Benefit Information:

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package.  For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM 2024 Employee Benefits | Staff & Management

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