Senior Staff Accountant - Etna, Ohio

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLocation:13375 National Road SW, Etna, Ohio, 43068 Job Description:Express Wash Concepts (EWC), established in 2018, is the parent company of five award-winning express tunnel car wash brands: Moo Moo Express Car Wash, Flying Ace Express Car Wash, Clean Express Auto Wash, Green Clean Express Auto Wash, and Bee Clean Express Car Wash.Our swift, top-tier, eco-friendly car washes and unwavering focus on exceptional customer service have positioned us prominently in the United States and beyond. Additionally, our leading community relations initiatives proudly contribute hundreds of thousands of dollars annually through EWC CARES, our outreach programs, encompassing both monetary donations and complimentary car washes.Why Choose Express Wash Concepts? We're not just a car wash; we're a company committed to fast, eco-friendly services, exceptional customer care, and giving back to our communities, all while providing ample opportunities for personal and career growth. Join Express Wash Concepts in our mission to make a difference through the power of clean.Discover the benefits of joining Express Wash ConceptsCompetitive wages: Enjoy a compensation package reflecting your skills and dedication.Discretionary year-end bonus: Receive a year-end bonus based on exceptional performance.Unlimited Wash Club Membership: Keep your vehicle looking its best.Paid vacation: Take well-deserved breaks as outlined in our Employee Manual.Health care benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Company-Paid Life, Disability, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Employee Assistance Program.HSA contribution: $1,000/year (with qualifying plan).Secure future: 401k with up to 4% company match.Educational reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support ongoing learning and development.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Staff Accountant is a key member of the Finance & Accounting team at Express Wash Concepts. This role plays an important part in the month-end close process and is also responsible for all fixed asset accounting and for utility accruals and usage analysis across our multi-location car wash operation. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, works independently, and enjoys turning data into insight for the business.Essential FunctionsMonth-End Close (Primary Responsibility)Execute and help drive the monthly close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial statement completion in accordance with US GAAPPrepare, analyze, and post journal entries, including accruals, reclassifications, and adjusting entriesPrepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations; research and resolve reconciling itemsPerform variance analysis and prepare clear explanations of fluctuations to budget and prior periodsMaintain close checklists and supporting documentation so that work is complete, reviewable, and audit-readyFixed AssetsOwn all fixed asset accounts, including the fixed asset subledger, and reconcile the subledger to the general ledger each monthReview capital additions and place new assets into service, setting up each asset with the correct classification, in-service date, useful life, and depreciation methodCalculate and record depreciation, and analyze fixed asset activity and balancesProcess asset disposals and write-offs as necessary, including calculating and recording any gain or lossPrepare fixed asset roll forwards and supporting schedules for audit and management reviewUtility Accruals & Usage AnalysisPrepare monthly utility accruals for water, gas, trash, and electric, and true up accruals to actual invoicesAnalyze utility usage and cost by location to identify outliers, such as unusual spikes, billing errors, or potential operational issuesInvestigate outliers, follow up with operations and vendors as needed, and communicate findings and recommended actionsAdditional ResponsibilitiesAssist in the compilation of supporting documents and variance explanations for external audit requirementsIdentify areas of opportunity/weakness within business processes and recommend solutions for achieving optimal efficiencyBuild relationships with and support business partners across the organization to become a trusted advisor and help drive sound financial decisionsAssist with special projects Required Education & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in accounting3+ years of related accounting experience, including month-end close and balance sheet reconciliationsStrong knowledge of US GAAPProficiency in Excel, including the ability to analyze data sets and identify trends and outliersStrong written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated attention to detail and dedication to accuracyAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring close deadlinesInitiative-taking approach; independently identifies and solves problemsExpress Wash Concepts provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or genetics.