Senior Accounting Specialist

Chickasaw Distributors is looking for an Senior Account Specialist to join their team in Houston. This person will operate as the lead across all accounting functions of the firm.  The focus of this vital role is to manage Chickasaw's accounts - both A/R and A/P -- with precision and timely communication. This role is is responsible for working closely with the firm's CEO, CFO, expeditor and sales team to efficiently address client needs and maintain the financials accordingly.   

Chickasaw is seeking a well-organized and detail-oriented individual to join their accounting team. The company is seeking a team member to lead the accounting needs of the company, including all accounts payable and accounts receivable activities. Monthly responsibilities include bank account and inventory reconciliations, preparation of financial statements, close coordination with company’s expeditor regarding purchase orders ready for billing, and other related administrative tasks. Annually, this role is responsible for preparing the required documentation for all insurance renewals and tax audits. This role uses MS Office, especially Excel and Outlook, Sage 100, and Ariba software to regularly process business transactions. Ideal candidates will be comfortable adopting the company’s current processes, including detailed paper filing systems.

Salary: $70-80k base plus bonus and 401k eligibility

Benefits: Full family healthcare coverage, including dental and vision. Competitive bonus and 401k program.

Responsibilities: 

• Oversee customer and vendor account management – Includes developing relationships along with managing invoices, bills, and all related accounting systems.
• Collaborate cross-functionally – Work closely with the logistics and sales team to achieve quotas while keeping clients satisfied and engaged.
• Ensure accurate accounting for mgmt team and customers: Facilitate the timely upkeep of all accounting needs, both A/R and A/P and be prepared to report to customers and internal management team on status of inventory in collaboration with the fulfillment specialist.

Requirements: 

• Associate's degree (bachelor's degree preferred) in accounting, business, or related field
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation abilities
• Familiarity with CRM software preferred, i.e. Sage, however strong expertise is not required
• Proven ability to juggle multiple account management projects at a time, while maintaining sharp attention to detail
• Demonstrable ability to communicate, present and influence key stakeholders at all levels of an organization, including executive and C-level
• Willingness to manage month-end and year-end close activities, including any necessary overtime
• Ability to liaise with outside advisors on annual audit and organize necessary paperwork accordingly
• Able to take direction and train under the supervision of an outgoing accounting manager (who is retiring in 2026)

• FULL family health care, including dental and vision
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings
• Professional development support
• Remote work days (to be determined after initial onboarding period)
• Small team, quiet & caring environment

About Chickasaw Distributors Inc.:

Headquartered in Houston and with a Tulsa office, the team at Chickasaw has created a family-oriented culture who supports one another while working hard to service customers around the world. Chickasaw Distributors is a veteran-owned, certified minority enterprise, owned by the Baker family for more than 45 years. The Bakers are proud of their Native American heritage and members of the Chickasaw Indian Tribe.

As one of the leading distributors of oil country tubular goods (OCTG) and line pipe, the Chickasaw team has built a reputation for customer service that always goes above and beyond. Chickasaw is operated by a highly qualified professional team with more than 200 years of combined industry experience. Their hard-working team of committed individuals has been lauded by customers and industry groups alike, earning accolades such as “Shell Oil Company Supplier of the Year” and “Houston Minority Business Council Supplier of the Year.”

Visit https://chickasawdistributors.com/ for more about our company.