Senior Accountant - Onsite

Carter Lumber•Kent, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Carter Lumber is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its Corporate Accounting team. The role supports month-end close, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, fixed asset and real estate accounting, and financial reporting. This is an onsite position at the corporate office in Kent, Ohio. The Senior Accountant tracks real estate construction projects, maintains and reconciles fixed assets and related accounts, records real estate transactions, and prepares capital expenditure reports. The role also handles journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, lease and amortization schedules, insurance and employee-benefit accounting, intercompany entries, and consolidated month-end and year-end close support. The position reviews corporate expenses and income statements, supports consolidated financial reporting and financial analysis, prepares management reports, and assists with financial audits. Full-time employee benefits listed include medical, vision, dental, disability, and life insurance, as well as an employer-matching 401(k) plan.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
At least five years of relevant accounting experience.
Working knowledge of financial statements, general ledger accounting, fixed asset accounting, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities, and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

Track real estate construction projects from start to finish, including coding invoices, maintaining organized project records, communicating with the construction department, and determining appropriate capitalization treatment.
Capitalize and maintain fixed assets for acquisitions, including self-constructed projects, disposals, and transfers in accordance with company requirements and GAAP.
Reconcile fixed asset accounts, including construction in progress (CIP), and resolve discrepancies.
Record real estate transactions, including acquisitions, property purchases and sales, and related asset capitalizations and disposals.
Prepare, maintain, and reconcile capital expenditure reports for monthly reporting and capital budgeting, and work with the fixed asset team to investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Prepare and record journal entries, accruals, reclassifications, and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
Reconcile assigned general ledger and balance sheet accounts, research discrepancies, and prepare correcting entries.
Review and reconcile accounts receivable and inventory reports, working with internal departments to resolve discrepancies.
Prepare and record reserve and allowance journal entries and maintain supporting schedules.
Maintain lease schedules, prepare related journal entries, reconcile lease accounts, and coordinate monthly lease payment information with accounts payable.
Prepare amortization entries and maintain supporting schedules.
Prepare and record insurance journal entries, reconcile related accounts and supporting schedules, and maintain appropriate reserves.
Maintain employee-benefit schedules, reconcile accounts, and prepare monthly analysis.
Prepare and record intercompany journal entries and reconcile related balances.
Support consolidated month-end and year-end close and complete other accounting assignments and special projects as directed.
Review corporate office expenses and income statements for accuracy and completeness, investigate unusual balances and fluctuations, and make necessary corrections.
Support consolidated financial reporting and financial analysis for management and internal departments.
Prepare and maintain additional reports required by management.
Support financial audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and requested supporting information.