Sr Level Accountant

Crown Power & Equipment Co., LLC•Columbia, MO

About The Position

The Senior Accountant supports Crown Power & Equipment’s day-to-day and long-term financial operations across multiple locations. This role handles core accounting functions including payroll, tax compliance, floor plan accounting, fleet and fixed asset tracking, and financial reporting. The position works closely with operations and leadership to ensure accurate records, regulatory compliance, and financial visibility that supports dealership performance in the agriculture and construction equipment industry. The Senior Accountant supports Crown Power & Equipment’s day-to-day and long-term financial operations across multiple locations. This role handles core accounting functions including payroll, tax compliance, floor plan accounting, fleet and fixed asset tracking, and financial reporting. The position works closely with operations and leadership to ensure accurate records, regulatory compliance, and financial visibility that supports dealership performance in the agriculture and construction equipment industry.

Requirements

Strong foundation in financial accounting and cost accounting principles
Experience working with floor plan lenders, tax filings, and multi-location accounting structures
Proven experience applying General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in a corporate environment.
Familiarity with dealership operations, particularly within agriculture or construction equipment environments
Working knowledge of floor plan accounting, sales tax, and use tax compliance
Familiarity with fixed asset, fleet, and inventory-related accounting
High level of accuracy with a proactive approach to identifying discrepancies
Comfort working in accounting systems and dealership management software
Advanced Excel skills, including reporting, reconciliation, and analysis
Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
Organized, self-directed, and capable of managing multiple priorities
Willingness to adapt and learn new systems and processes as the business evolves
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
Minimum of three (3) years of progressive accounting experience
Candidates are required to successfully pass pre-employment screenings to include background investigation and pre-employment drug screening, as well as a driving record evaluation.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a dealership, equipment, or asset-intensive business strongly preferred
Equivalent education and experience will be considered

Responsibilities

Prepare and assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
Manage business tax filings and exemption documentation, including property tax assessments, sales and use tax reporting, reconciliations, and timely remittance for multi-location operations
Liaison between parent company and firm selected to conduct annual audits
Review financial records and journal entries to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company policies
Reconcile general ledger accounts across departments and locations, ensuring proper expense allocation
Oversee floor plan financing activity, including reconciliations, interest tracking, curtailments, and lender reporting
Maintain accurate records for fleet and fixed assets, including equipment, vehicles, and leased assets; track additions, disposals, depreciation, and transfers between locations
Track and analyze fleet costs, utilization, and asset lifecycle data to support operational decision-making
Support internal, external, and lender audits by preparing schedules and documentation
Maintain W-9 files and assist with annual compliance reviews
Provide support to Accounts Receivable as needed, including review of aging reports and bad debt analysis
Identify process improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls
Process bi-weekly payroll and prepare all required supporting reports, including federal and state filings, W-2s, and 1099s
Partner with Human Resources and department leaders to maintain accurate payroll records, job classifications, and employee data
Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned