Principal Lead Accountant

Location: Houston
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

We are looking for the right people - people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world's largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry. Job Duties Under general supervision, applies knowledge of the company's financial and accounting systems, processes, policies and procedures Demonstrates knowledge in complex aspects of general accounting, internal controls, company policy, financial analysis and reporting, forecasting, and financial applications, as well as intermediate levels of proficiency with industry and company acumen Performs complex financial analysis and reconciliations Understands organizational structure of the core businesses of the Company Reviews and monitors financial transactions for accuracy and timeliness Researches and resolves complex accounting issues and transactions including related internal controls Prepares, analyzes and distributes financial results including variance explanations involving more complex accounting issues Ability to take the lead on tasks and communicate with other departments to resolve issues in addition to assisting with review of work for lower-level staff Assists with quarterly reporting of earnings release and SEC filings Performs ad-hoc analyses and actively participate in ongoing projects and process improvements.Assists with government surveys Meets deadlines and works well in a fast-paced environment to produce accurate results Qualifications Knowledge of US GAAPCompletion of an undergraduate degree in accounting Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting CPA, or actively working toward certification Experience working with Hyperion systems a plus Experience with SAP/S4 a plus Experience with Workiva a plus Strong ability to apply critical thinking and analytical skills Solid attention to details, highly organized, and great time management skills Excellent verbal and written communication.Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Location 3000 N. Sam Houston Parkway E., Houston, Texas, 77032, United States Job Details Requisition Number: 199912 Experience Level: Experienced Hire Job Family: Support Services Product Service Line: Finance Full Time / Part Time: Full Time Additional Locations for this position: Compensation Information Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

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