Accountant/Bookkeeper

Accountant-Bookkeeper Job Description

WHAT MAKES ALPHA MEASUREMENT SOLUTIONS SPECIAL

At AlpHa Measurement Solutions, we make analytical sensors and instruments that are essential to everyday life.  What we do matters; our products are used to test and monitor water quality in industrial, health, and safety applications worldwide.  Our sensors are critical for wastewater and drinking water processing, environmental monitoring, pharmaceutical (vaccine) manufacturing, food & beverage supply, power generation, and many other fundamental applications.

Municipalities, multinational organizations, and system integrators rely upon our sensors as critical, consumable components of their systems around the globe.  We at AlpHa understand the important role we play in ensuring safe drinking water, clean aqueous environments, and the general health and safety of communities worldwide.  

BENEFITS & PERKS

· Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

· Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) 

· Short-Term Disability

· 401k

· Life insurance

· Paid Vacation

· 8 Paid Holidays per year

· Paid Jury Duty Leave

· Recognition and Reward Programs

· Diverse & Inclusive Work Culture

Position Summary

AlpHa Measurement Solutions is experiencing aggressive growth through a global platform consolidation and recognizes a need to continuously strengthen its Accounting & Finance capabilities to meet increased demand and support continued growth. We are establishing an Accountant-Bookkeeper role to contribute meaningfully to our Accounting Department.

Our privately held company has over 100 years of liquid sensing experience, is growing, and currently employs 230 team members in Houston Texas and 115 in Shanghai China. Our global headquarters is conveniently located in Houston at the southwest intersection of I-69 and Sam Houston Tollway, just north of Sugar Land.

Classification: Salary, Exempt, Full-Time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and as required to maintain business momentum.  

The ideal candidate will support accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, process transactions, and ensure compliance with company policies. This role requires strong organizational and communication skills with a keen eye for accuracy.

Position

Title: Accountant-Bookkeeper

Company: Alpha Measurement Solutions

Department: Accounting & Finance

Reporting to: Accounting Supervisor

Location: Houston, Texas

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:

• Accurately process accounts receivable / accounts payable transactions
• Assist in preparing financial reports
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies
• Communicate with clients regarding financial transactions, outstanding receivables, and resolve discrepancies
• Manage financial data entry and accuracy across multiple accounts
• Process invoices and customer payments, and employee expense reimbursements
• Reconcile client accounts, bank statements, general ledger accounts, and credit card transactions
• Maintain accurate records in accounting software
• Perform other administrative and accounting tasks as needed
• Collaborate with customer service and sales team regarding collection of customer balances
• Provide general administrative support such as answering phones and welcoming visitors
• Support senior accountant as needed
• Other accounting and finance tasks as assigned

AlpHa Measurement Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, AlpHa Measurement Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

AlpHa Measurement Solutions expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Improper interference with the ability of AlpHa Management Solutions’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Qualifications:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (equivalent work experience accepted) 

5 + years of accounting experience preferred

Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Excel, etc.)

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Excellent organizational and communication skills