Accountant II

QXO•Englewood, CO

6d•$65,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accountant II will support accounting processes for a portion of QXO’s balance sheet and perform other ad hoc activities. The role supports the LBM Division’s South (Texas) Region, handling accounting and reporting for six subsidiaries across four ERPs/accounting software systems. The position reports to the Balance Sheet Accounting Manager and is described as an opportunity for an experienced candidate early in their career to join a growing company. The position is primarily on-site at QXO’s headquarters in Englewood, Colorado. In-person attendance is required Monday through Thursday, with Friday as an optional remote workday. Occasional travel to operating companies is required, up to 10%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
Strong understanding of accounting theory and GAAP, with ability to conduct research as needed.
Detail-oriented and technically minded.
Ability to meet critical, time-sensitive deadlines and prioritize tasks.
Strong general-ledger and operational research and reconciliation skills.
Strong analytical abilities for independent problem-solving and identifying issues or discrepancies.
Dedicated, self-motivated team player committed to growth through autonomous learning and research.
Flexibility to take on new assignments and work additional hours during close as needed.
Professional and proactive written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Customer-focused mindset, including producing accurate and timely results and communicating effectively and promptly with customers, colleagues, and management.
Ability and desire to lead new process creation and implementation and train new or less-tenured team members.
Able to travel up to 10% by car and/or plane.
Able to sit for prolonged periods while working at a desk and computer, lift up to 15 pounds occasionally, and move between departments within the facility.

Nice To Haves

2–5 years of accounting experience preferred.
Manufacturing or retail distribution industry experience.
Experience with multiple ERP systems, including ECI Spruce, Comsense, NetSuite, or Bistrack/Great Plains.

Responsibilities

Complete balance sheet reconciliations for low-to-moderate risk accounts during a six-day close cycle.
Prepare, record, and review journal entries and compile supporting documentation for areas including cash, inventory reserves, sales tax accruals, prepaids, accrued expenses, and fixed assets/CIP.
Perform tasks for monthly, quarterly, and year-end close to support accurate and timely reporting for six subsidiaries across four ERPs/accounting software systems.
Reconcile control-account subledgers to the general ledger for three companies daily and identify and troubleshoot errors with the Lead Accountant and Senior Manager.
Compile and interpret financial data, conduct research, and provide accurate, succinct information to stakeholders.
Work cross-functionally with other departments, internal regional teams, and Operating Company contacts to improve financial reporting accuracy.
Perform financial analysis and P&L flux reviews on key accounts.
Review accounts routinely for potential reclassification or capitalization under GAAP and internal policy.
Complete ad hoc projects, tasks, and reports as required.
Travel to operating companies as required, up to 10%.