Tyler Pipe - General Accountant

Company Description

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Controller, the General Accountant will be responsible for various financial tasks, including daily sales and production reporting, state sales and use tax filings, rebate and commission accruals and reporting, bank reconciliations, general journal posting, and petty cash management. They will also assist with accounts payable and maintain accounting records. This role requires attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Job Description

General Accountant
Location: Tyler, TX
Pay: $56,000 to $70,000 annually depending on experience
Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

What You'll Do

Primary Responsibilities:

• Daily Sales and Production Reporting: Compile and analyze daily sales and production data to provide accurate and timely reports to management.
• State Sales & Use Tax Filings: Ensure compliance with state sales and use tax regulations by preparing and filing tax returns in a timely manner.
• Rebate Accrual and Reporting: Accurately track and report rebate transactions, ensuring proper accruals and reporting.
• Commission Accrual and Reporting: Calculate and record commission expenses, ensuring accurate accruals and timely reporting.
• Bank Reconciliations: Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• General Journal Posting: Record financial transactions accurately in the general ledger using accounting software.
• Petty Cash Management: Maintain petty cash funds, reconcile transactions, and ensure proper documentation and accountability.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Assist with Accounts Payable: Support the accounts payable process by verifying invoices, processing payments, and resolving vendor inquiries.
• Accounting Records Management: Organize and maintain accounting records in compliance with company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or equivalent experience; candidates nearing completion of an accounting degree (currently enrolled with expected completion within one year) will also be considered.
• Strong Excel skills: Proficiency in Excel including the ability to create and manipulate spreadsheets.
• Access Database skills preferred: Familiarity with Access Database for data management and reporting.
• Knowledge of BI reporting systems is a plus: Understanding of Business Intelligence reporting tools for data analysis and visualization.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a company with over 100 years of stability and industry leadership as a proud member of the McWane family.
• Work in a culture that prioritizes safety, accountability, and continuous improvement through The McWane Way principles.
• Join a supportive team that values trust, teamwork, and open communication.
• Enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Contribute to meaningful work that supports critical infrastructure and community development.
• Experience long-term employment with a company committed to its people and their success.

Additional Information

Based on the founding principles of McWane in 1920, it is expected that all team members will know and exhibit the eight principles of The McWane Way: Safety, Environment, Leadership, Accountability, Excellence, Trust, Teamwork, and Communication as well as the values and behaviors supporting these principles.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.