Staff Accountant

Job Title : Staff Accountant
Job Location : Norfolk VA
FLSA Status : Exempt
Salary Range: $75-90k 

About: 

AIR Control Concepts is more than just a collection of firms, we are a community of forward-thinking experts committed to excellence, innovation, and collaboration. With a focus on commercial HVAC representation, we bring together esteemed entities from diverse regions, each boasting decades of invaluable experience.

We understand that success in the HVAC industry goes beyond individual accomplishments. That's why we believe in the power of unity and collaboration. By leveraging our collective assets, knowledge, and resources, we empower our member firms to deliver unparalleled service, safety, and efficiency to clients across healthcare, commercial, and residential sectors. 

Check out our website : AIR Control Concepts | HVAC Partnerships, Growth & Support Across North America

Job Description:
The Staff Accountant is an integral member of the Corporate accounting team within AIR Control Concepts, a multi-billion dollar national enterprise of leading commercial HVAC solution providers.
Reporting to Corporate Accounting leadership, this role supports the company’s consolidated financial reporting, intercompany accounting, and technical accounting activities, while also playing a key role in tax support and M&A integration efforts.
This position operates within a complex, multi-entity environment and will have meaningful exposure to corporate consolidations, external reporting, and strategic transactions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
Accounting Operations

• Perform day-to-day accounting activities across assigned entities, ensuring transactions are accurate, timely, and properly supported.
• Process one-off trade Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) transactions as needed.
• Load and validate payment runs, ensuring approvals and documentation align with company policy.
• Review and maintain sales tax exemption certificates and support compliance with local tax requirements.
• Prepare and maintain bank reconciliations and daily cash reporting.
• Assist with the maintenance of vendor applications and setups in coordination with the AP team.

Month-End Close 

• Support the regional accounting team through the monthly close process, adhering to established deadlines and standards.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare month-end accruals and assist with journal entries for recurring and non-recurring transactions.
• Prepare intercompany reconciliations and assist in resolving variances.
• Post standard and recurring journal entries under the direction of the Regional Senior Accountant (RSA) or Regional Accounting Manager (RAM).
• Assist with analytical reviews and variance analysis to support regional financial statement preparation.

Technical & Compliance Support

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company accounting policies, and internal control procedures.
• Support the documentation of accounting processes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assist with audit requests by gathering supporting schedules and reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate, organized workpapers for all assigned tasks.

Merger & Acquisitions

• Support accounting for acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions.
• Assist with purchase accounting, including opening balance sheets and purchase price accounting
• Participate in post-acquisition integration, including alignment of accounting policies and systems.

Collaboration and Continuous Development

• Serve as a key liaison between Corporate Accounting and regional finance teams.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and Operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and system enhancements.
• Contribute to building a scalable corporate accounting infrastructure.

Experience and Requirements :

• 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably in public accounting or a multi-entity or complex organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA or CPA eligibility a plus.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, NetSuite, or similar) preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial tools.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communicator and collaborative team player.
• Eager to learn and grow within a dynamic, fast-paced finance organization.

Benefits : 
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with employer match (immediate vesting)
• Medical – HDHP & PPO options, Dental and Vision
• HSA with employer matching contributions
• FSA & Limited FSA
• Employer Paid Life/AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance Plans
• Paid Family Leave
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays – 10 Days
• Employer Paid Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Other voluntary fringe benefits

The Company provides equal employment opportunity in accordance with applicable laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs and qualifications.   
The Company complies with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals.