Accountant, General Ledger

Sharps Medical Waste Services • Full-time • Houston, TX, US • 3w ago

Description

The Accountant, General Ledger will be a key contributor to Sharps’ finance and accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and support for business decision-making. This role partners closely with the Manager of GL Accounting and broader Finance team, playing a critical role in month-end close, reconciliations, audits, and continuous process improvements. This position provides exposure to cross-functional initiatives and offers the opportunity to support Sharps’ growth through operational excellence and timely financial insights.

Why Join Sharps

Sharps Medical Waste Services offers a mission-driven, collaborative environment where employees contribute directly to meaningful operational impact. In this role, you will play a central part in maintaining financial integrity, supporting audits, and enabling data-driven decisions that help Sharps grow and scale responsibly. You will gain exposure to cross-functional operations and the opportunity to help implement innovative finance processes.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Month-End Support

Prepare and process month-end journal entries and account reconciliations, including accruals, departmental allocations, prepaid expenses, book payroll entry, and maintain fixed asset listing.
Perform financial statement analysis and provide explanations for variances and fluctuations.
Manage fixed assets & depreciation in NetSuite; working with managers at more than 20 locations.
Manage company leases in Lease Query; vehicle and equipment.
Handle relationship with property tax consultants and submit local business taxes (non-sales tax).

Audit & Compliance

Assist with monthly reviews, quarterly and annual audits, including compilation of schedules, supporting work papers, and financial reports.

Process Improvement & Special Projects

Identify opportunities for process improvements and assist in implementing best practices within accounting workflows.
Participate in ad hoc finance projects and cross-functional initiatives to support operational and strategic goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline preferred.
4+ years of progressive accounting experience in a corporate or operational setting.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to operate independently with minimal daily direction while collaborating effectively across all levels of the organization.
Strong problem-solving skills and commitment to follow-through and documentation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams); experience with NetSuite is a plus