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Accounting Specialist

Wyatt Field Service Company, Houston, TX, United States


Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist will perform a variety of tasks related to the maintenance/processing of payroll for multiple jobs. When not assigned to a specific job, perform various duties and special projects in the Accounting Department.
Key responsibilities include:
Process employee date changes (hires, terminations, updates, earnings/deductions) into payroll systems.
Verify employee documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Manage and reconcile Time & Attendance data between systems.
Allocate labor, time, and equipment in tracking systems and maintain related logs.
Prepare and update daily jobsite reports, including manpower and foreman reports.
Generate and distribute payroll and operational reports as needed.
Prepare weekly labor and equipment timesheets for client approval.
Support Accounts Payable with invoice entry, statement review, and issue resolution.
Resolve payroll discrepancies at jobsite and escalate unresolved issues to the Payroll Lead.
Cross-train team members and perform additional administrative, payroll, or accounting tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
Associate degree or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience (Preferred)
Valid state-issued driver's license (Required)
Experience:
1-3 years of experience in accounting or payroll (Required)
Experience in refinery and petrochemical construction environment (Preferred)
Prior work involving payroll, accounts payable, and accounting functions (Preferred)
Prior work experience using TRACK (Preferred)
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of sometimes stressful situations (Required)
Skills & Competencies:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Strong attention to detail with the ability to review work for accuracy, organization, and compliance with policies and procedures
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills to effectively interact with clients and internal staff
Knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices
Experience with relevant billing software and systems such as Viewpoint, TRACK, CDMS, SAP, and Coupa is a plus
Pre-employment drug-screen and background check are required.