Staff Accountant

TreeServe is a leading tree care service company specializing in tree removal, trimming and pruning, stump grinding, plant healthcare, and emergency storm services. The company operates in high-growth metropolitan statistical areas across the Northeast and Southeast United States. TreeServe emphasizes safety, professionalism, and high-quality service for residential, commercial, and municipal clients. Team members join a growing organization with opportunities to contribute to operational excellence and long-term customer relationships. The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong accounting records, and assisting with day-to-day accounting operations across multiple operating companies. This role works closely with the Corporate Finance team, local operating managers, and external partners to ensure timely month-end close, reliable financial data, and compliance with company accounting policies. This position plays a key hands-on role in the finance department and is expected to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial environment. This is a full time, in -person, in -office 5 days per week role with 10% travel. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the preparation of GAAP-compliant monthly financial statements, including support of timely and accurate month-end close for assigned operating companies. Prepare and post journal entries, including cash, accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, depreciation, and other routine and adjusting entries. Perform balance sheet account reconciliations, including bank accounts, credit cards, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, payroll-related accounts, and other assigned accounts. Complete daily and monthly bank reconciliations and investigate reconciling items. Support revenue recognition and accrual accounting, including percentage-of-completion calculations where applicable. Maintain accurate accounting records within QuickBooks, Sage, and other ERP systems, ensuring transactions are properly coded and documented. Assist with intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and tie-outs across operating entities. Support payroll review and analysis, including reconciliation of payroll entries and related liabilities. Prepare standard and ad hoc financial reports and analyses related to revenue, cost of sales, operating expenses, and operational performance. Assist in maintaining and following established accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Support audit and tax processes by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to information requests. Partner with Corporate Finance and OpCo managers to resolve accounting issues and improve data accuracy. Participate in system implementations, process improvements, and special projects as assigned. Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting required. 5 years of accounting experience preferred; experience in construction, trade services, or project-based environments a plus. Strong understanding of the full accounting cycle, including AP, AR, payroll, bank reconciliations, accruals, and month-end close. Experience working in QuickBooks, Sage, or similar ERP systems. Ability to perform detailed reconciliations and identify discrepancies. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and completeness. Solid analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. High ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism. Physical Requirements Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the workday. Ability to climb stairs and perform occasional bending, twisting, pushing, and pulling. Regular use of hands and arms to handle, reach, and operate office equipment. Ability to read detailed information, including small print, and enter data into computer systems. Ability to prepare written documents and reports using a computer or writing instruments. Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and copiers. Indoor work environment with moderate to low noise levels. Generally sedentary with occasional exposure to varying temperatures or wet/slippery surfaces, with large trucks and equipment on site. Occasional proximity to mechanical equipment or moving parts. In-person, In-Office, 5 days per week, role based at our Headquarters in Jacksonville, FL Frequent after-hours, weekend, and rotating or varying work schedules as business needs require. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement TreeServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement TreeServe complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to complete the application process or perform the essential functions of this role, please notify Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr TreeServe