Staff Accountant

Thayer Power & Communications • Pataskala, OH

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1964, Thayer Power & Communication Line Construction Co., LLC has established itself as one of the premier contractors in the Telecommunications and Power industries. With our experienced staff and fleet of vehicles, we are able to meet telephone and power construction needs from concept through to reality. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our Controllership organization. This role plays a key part in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records, supporting the month-end close process, and contributing to financial reporting and audit activities. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, in-office environment and is eager to grow their accounting career within a dynamic, privately held company.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a corporate accounting or public accounting environment.
• Solid working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and core accounting principles.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, large data sets).
• Experience with mid-tier financial ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, or similar).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• CPA license or active progression toward CPA certification.
• Experience with fixed asset accounting, including capitalization policies, depreciation methods, and subledger management.
• Working knowledge of lease accounting under ASC 842, including hands-on experience with lease accounting software (e.g., NetLease, LeaseQuery, Visual Lease, CoStar, or similar); NetLease preferred.
• Experience supporting external audits.
• Exposure to multi-entity or multi-location accounting environments.
• Experience with NetSuite preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities in accordance with established deadlines.
• Prepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and adjusting entries.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by ensuring all transactions are properly classified and recorded in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Analyze account activity and investigate variances or unusual transactions, escalating issues as appropriate.
• Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations on a monthly basis, ensuring proper supporting documentation and timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Reconcile bank accounts, intercompany balances, and other key general ledger accounts.
• Identify process improvements to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of reconciliation workflows.
• Maintain the fixed asset subledger, including the accurate recording of asset additions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation in accordance with company policy and U.S. GAAP.
• Perform monthly fixed asset roll-forwards and reconcile the subledger to the general ledger.
• Account for leases in accordance with ASC 842, including recording right-of-use assets, lease liabilities, and related amortization and interest expense.
• Maintain lease schedules and supporting documentation, and assist with new lease assessments, modifications, and terminations.
• Partner with operational and facilities teams to ensure timely communication of capital expenditures and lease activity.
• Assist in the preparation of internal financial reports, schedules, and management reporting packages.
• Support external audit and tax engagements by preparing requested schedules, documentation, and analyses.
• Contribute to the documentation and continuous improvement of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Treasury, and operational teams to support business needs and ad hoc reporting requests.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary ($55,000 – $75,000) based on experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement plan with company contribution.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development and continuing education support.
• A collaborative, team-oriented workplace where your contributions are visible and valued.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level