Bookkeeper/Accountant Scrap Metal Recycling
Bookkeeper / Accountant Scrap Metal Recycling Company
Location: Houston, TX 77041
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Scrap Metal & Recycling
Contact for Consideration: DMisha Lee Dmisha.lee@lkjordan.com | 713.966.6960 | #LKJHTX
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Bookkeeper/Accountant to manage the financial operations of our scrap metal recycling company. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate books, processing purchase orders, managing invoicing and accounts receivable, reconciling accounts, and supporting month-end close and annual tax preparation. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, experience in the recycling or industrial sector, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Management & Record KeepingMaintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledger, journal entries, and daily transactions.Process and reconcile scrap metal purchase tickets, weight slips, payouts, and customer payments.Ensure proper documentation and recording of inbound/outbound material transactions.
Accounts Payable & Purchase OrdersCreate, manage, and track purchase orders for scrap purchases, equipment, and operational needs.Match POs with invoices and weight tickets for accuracy.Process vendor invoices, ensuring timely approvals and payments.
Accounts Receivable & InvoicingGenerate customer invoices and statements for recycled material sales.Track and manage accounts receivable aging; follow up on outstanding payments.Apply payments and reconcile customer accounts accurately.
Month-End Close & ReportingPerform monthly bank and account reconciliations.Prepare monthly financial statements, cost reports, inventory summaries, and margin analysis.Assist with year-end close, audits, and financial review processes.
Tax Preparation & CompliancePrepare and maintain records needed for quarterly and annual tax filings.Support CPA or tax consultants with documentation for sales tax, 1099s, and corporate tax filings.Maintain compliance with industry-specific regulations related to recycled metals.
Skills & Qualifications 3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience (preferably in recycling, scrap metal, construction, or industrial sector).Strong understanding of GAAP and bookkeeping principles.Experience with QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar accounting software.Familiarity with weight slips, scale tickets, and scrap metal purchasing processes is a plus.Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, reconciliations).Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism.Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.
L. K. Jordan & Associates