Staff Accountant

Gray Construction•Lexington, KY

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Gray Construction is looking to add a Staff Accountant to its team in our Lexington, KY office. Gray is a fully integrated design-builder delivering end-to-end solutions across construction, professional services, specialty equipment, and real estate. Since 1960, Gray has grown from a regional contractor to a nationally ranked industry leader, serving top domestic and international companies in the Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Data Centers, Advanced Technology, and Distribution markets. Our integrated approach allows us to deliver value at every phase of a project from designing and building state-of-the-art facilities to fabricating custom process equipment and implementing advanced automation. But what truly defines Gray is our people. Our success is driven by passionate, collaborative team members who take pride in their work, value strong relationships, and are committed to doing the right thing for our customers and one another. At Gray, you’ll find a culture built on teamwork, accountability, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business
Two (2+) years of experience in financial accounting including state and local sales taxes.
Proficient computer skills, including the ability to utilize a cloud-based integrated accounting system, complex Excel spreadsheets, word processing, PDF’s, and e-mail applications.
Excellent analytical skills, communication, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to solve problems, navigate multi-state online websites, and to coordinate efforts with internal Gray personnel.
High degree of professional integrity, including adhering to standards of honesty, ethicality, and accountability.
Communicates efficiently and accurately.
Maintains a positive and solution-oriented mindset.
Demonstrates a strong commitment to shared success, prioritizing collaboration and team goals while also taking pride in individual contributions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with international taxes
Working knowledge of the construction industry
CMIC experience or other construction cloud-based software knowledge
Textura knowledge
Multi-state tax knowledge

Responsibilities

Research project locations to determine appropriate sales and use tax application and reporting.
Review project purchase orders for correct tax application.
Collaborate with project teams to ensure proper compliance with all state and local tax regulations.
Research state tax exemptions and coordinate required documentation to support customer economic incentives.
Prepare sales and use tax returns and reconcile related tax accounts.
Ensure compliance with local business taxes, registrations, and licensing requirements.
Assist with corporate income tax compliance by gathering documentation, preparing supporting schedules, and coordinating with external service providers for federal and state income tax filings.
Manage property tax compliance, including preparing and reviewing business personal property tax returns, coordinating filings across jurisdictions, and monitoring assessments for accuracy and appeal opportunities.
Respond to tax notices and support tax audits and examinations with appropriate authorities.
Prepare documentation and support international tax reporting requirements.
Provide backup support for fixed asset recordkeeping, including depreciation calculations.
Maintain Standard Operating Procedures for functions performed.
Oversee and review accounts payable activities for accuracy and compliance.
Other duties as assigned.