Accountant

Established in 1989, Morales Capital Group, is a portfolio of companies including MBG, Mexcor International, MFI, Globalternative Solutions, VivaVerse, and Viva Center. It is a primarily a family-owned, multi-generational importer & distributor of alcohol beverages headquartered in Houston, Texas. Founded by Celia Villanueva and joined by her son Eduardo Morales in 2014, MCG has grown to be the 3rd largest alcohol beverage distributor in Texas, the 4th largest spirits distributor in Florida and 6th in California. MCG has cultivated and established a network of partnerships with over 140 regional distributors and control states resulting in reach and presence in all 50 states in the US. MCG offers a carefully curated, diverse portfolio of top-quality brands sourced from all over the world and strives to provide exceptional levels of service to our business partners every day.

• All-In: Being Accountable; If it’s to be, it’s up to me.
• People: Growing and building partnerships within a family dynamic.
• Future Thinking: Innovative and disruptive in our approach.

• Prepare and complete bank reconciliations across multiple business lines and legal entities.
• Maintain and reconcile prepaid expense schedules and ensure timely amortization.
• Record and reconcile fixed assets, including depreciation schedules and asset additions/disposals.
• Assist with lease accounting in accordance with ASC 842, including journal entries and reconciliation.
• Reconcile and analyze key balance sheet accounts including reserve and accrual balances.

• Assist in compiling the monthly financial reporting package for internal management use and external stakeholders.
• Support ad-hoc reporting needs for company management, banks, governmental agencies, and external auditors.
• Work collaboratively across departments to gather data and explain financial results.
• Support the annual budget cycle for the various entities of Morales Capital Group portfolio.

• Provide support for bank audits and annual financial audits
• Assist with the preparation of monthly multi-state compliance reports.

• A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with department leaders and executive leadership with the purpose of:
• • Always being approachable
  • Being known as a trusted resource for knowledge and guidance
• Desire to deliver excellence – Always looking for the very best product in what we do
• Living Above the Line – Exhibiting ownership, accountability and responsibility
• Engaged – Ensuring we all care about MBG and the work we do, from the top - down
• Responsive – We do what we say in a timely manner
• Respected – As professionals, we are known for accuracy in all we say and do
• Confident – Trust in our ability to be successful and make good decisions

• Business Acumen - Understands and applies information about the organization’s industry, financials, and operations to make effective decisions. Applies financial knowledge to enhance business performance and support strategic goals.
• Strategic Agility - Sees ahead clearly and anticipates future trends and consequences. Uses strategic thinking to guide planning and decision-making, aligning accounting processes with organizational objectives.
• Decision Quality - Makes sound decisions based on analysis, experience, and judgment. Uses a balance of data and insight to solve complex problems and improve financial processes.
• Process Management - Skilled at figuring out the processes necessary to get things done efficiently. Continuously seeks ways to optimize workflows and increase accuracy and efficiency in reporting and reconciliation
• Integrity and Trust - Acts in a fair and ethical manner, earning the confidence of colleagues and stakeholders. Handles sensitive financial information responsibly and maintains confidentiality at all times.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 2-5 years of relevant accounting experience
• Solid understanding of US GAAP, experience with ASC 842
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experience working with ERP bank reconciliation modules. (e.g. Encompass, NetSuite, or similar).
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Experience supporting audit and preparing workpapers
• Excellent communication skills
• Exceptional customer service aptitude