Staff Accountant

Job Title: Entry-level Staff Accountant/Auditor

Location: Houston, TX or Little Rock, AR

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Accounting

Reports To: CFO/Internal Audit Manager

Job Summary:

Priority Wire & Cable, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Staff Accountant/Auditor to join our accounting team. This position is ideal for recent graduates or individuals with limited auditing or accounting experience who are looking to launch their careers in a structured and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct audit testing, including walkthroughs, inquiries, observations, and data analysis, to assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Gather, analyze, and evaluate audit evidence to support audit findings and conclusions.
• Identify control weaknesses, process inefficiencies, and non-compliance with policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Document audit work thoroughly and accurately in accordance with internal audit methodologies and professional standards.
• Adapt audit procedures and communication styles to different environments.
• Perform monthly bank account reconciliation, ensuring accuracy between the general ledger and bank statements.
• Assist with lease accounting and journal entries.
• Cross train on various accounting functions including billings and accounts payable.
• Travel to various company locations as required (25% Travel).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong ability to analyze data, identify patterns, and draw logical conclusions.
• Meticulous and thorough in reviewing documents and performing tasks.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate findings clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Ability to identify issues and contribute to the development of practical solutions in various operational environments.
• Strong ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and maintain accurate records, especially when working remotely or on the go.
• Ability to thrive in challenging environments, adapt to new situations, and work independently when travelling.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Familiarity with accounting software or data analytics tools is a plus.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Experience

• Internship experience in auditing, accounting, or finance is highly desirable but not required.

Job functions require long periods of sitting and working from computer workstation; ability to multi-task, problem solve, and prioritize daily workload; excellent organization and record keeping skills; comfortable with oral and written communications. Requires extended periods of sitting, normal walking, bending, twisting, and stretching.  Capability of sight and hearing required.  Ability to deal with stressful situations and occasionally working extended hours.  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Priority Wire & Cable is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor, or take over sponsorship, of employment visas. If hired, you must provide proof that you are legally authorized to work in the US. 

Priority Wire & Cable is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.