Bookkeeper​/Accountant âScrap Metal Recycling

Bookkeeper / Accountant — Scrap Metal Recycling Company

Location:

Houston, TX 77041

Employment Type:

Full-Time
Industry: Scrap Metal & Recycling
Contact: D’Misha Lee —  |  | #LKJHTX

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.

• Maintain 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.
• Create, manage, and track purchase orders for scrap purchases, equipment, and operational needs.
• Match purchase orders with invoices and weight tickets for accuracy.
• Process vendor invoices, ensuring timely approvals and payments.
• Generate 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.
• Perform 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.
• Prepare 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.

• 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 Quick Books, Net Suite, 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