Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Silco Fire & Security isn't just a company, it's a mission. Every day, our team plays a vital role in protecting lives and property for over 45,000 businesses across Ohio, Kentucky, and surrounding states. We design, install, maintain and monitor fire protection and security systems that keep people safe and businesses compliant.


As the market leader in the Midwest, Silco is a growing, family-owned company with over 500 employees working from our headquarters in Cincinnati and branches in Dayton, Columbus, Toledo, Akron, Cleveland and Louisville. Recognized as a Top Workplace and named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies, we have a long-standing track record of success and ambitious goals for the future.


Our impact extends beyond fire alarms and sprinklers; we provide peace of mind to the communities we serve. At Silco, you're not just doing a job, you're making a difference.

Position Overview:

Silco Fire & Security is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team. This role is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting functions, assisting in the preparation and analysis of financial statements, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data. The Staff Accountant will play a key role in the periodic and annual close processes, account reconciliations, and financial reporting, while partnering with internal departments to maintain strong financial controls and support data-driven decision-making. This in-office position will report to the Controller and collaborate closely with the broader accounting team.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the periodic, quarterly, and annual close processes by preparing journal entries, providing supporting documentation and completing variance analysis.
• Perform timely reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Support the preparation and distribution of financial statements and internal management reports.
• Assist in maintaining strong internal controls and safeguarding confidential financial information.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate recording of financial transactions within the ERP system; troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Support inventory, accounts payable and fixed asset accounting processes, including tracking, reconciliation, and ensuring accurate financial reporting of activity.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and assist in automating routine accounting tasks where possible.
• Provide support for audits by preparing schedules and assisting with requests from external auditors.
• Complete ad hoc reporting, project analysis, and other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
• 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably with a public accounting firm or in a service, construction, or field service environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and US GAAP.
• Experience supporting month-end close processes and account reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including functions such as VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, and basic formulas.
• Experience working within an ERP system (e.g., Sedona, Salesforce-integrated systems, or similar) preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Demonstrated initiative in identifying process improvements and increasing efficiency.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity.

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive compensation package, Silco offers a wide range of benefits such as medical, dental, vision, Aflac, and a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Silco offers company paid short-term disability and life insurance, as well as company paid training. The Company also boasts a 401(k) program with company matching and tuition reimbursement. Silco provides paid holidays and generous paid time off.


Employment at Silco is contingent upon completing and passing a background check and drug screen. Silco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Note: Silco does not accept external recruiter calls regarding this position currently.