Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Utility Supply & Construction Company is looking to a hire a full-time Accounting Specialist to join our growing team!

Essential Job Functions:

• Execute mid-level general ledger account reconciliations, accurate reporting, and data verification, enabling senior staff to analyze options and make financial decisions aligned with company objectives.
• Monitor policies and procedures for assigned departments and identify and suggest improvements for accounting reporting and recording procedures.
• Comply with federal, state, and local financial requirements by studying existing and new legislation and maintaining compliance.
• Continue ongoing education by participating in webinars, workshops, and networking events.
• Performs mid-level general ledger account reconciliations, verify accuracy of data, and report, identify, and correct errors made by both internal and external personnel.
• Support timely monthly, quarterly, half-year, and year-end financial close, including assigned journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, accruals, and overall maintenance of all operational management accounts.
• Assists in providing schedules and commentary with respects to operating maintenance accounts results and variances, and with the production of working capital, cash-flow reports, as well as applicable commentary.
• Maintain and update records and reports for profit and loss, taxes, liabilities, and assets.
• Prepare special financial reports as requested by management by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is typically required. Some positions may require additional certifications or coursework in accounting principles.
• Previous experience in accounting or finance roles is preferred, with proficiency in fundamental accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g. COINS, P21, SAP, Oracle), as well as Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, financial calculations, and documentation is crucial.
• Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, variances, and anomalies, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.