Staff Accountant

Mead Lumber • Columbus, NE

6h • $22 - $27

About The Position

Mead Lumber Company is seeking a Staff Accountant to perform daily accounting functions, process accounts payable, maintain accurate financial records, and assist with business reporting. The position supports the company’s financial operations and provides assistance with corporate office functions as needed. The ideal candidate has accounting knowledge, strong analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• One to three years of progressive accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to analyze accounting issues, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude while managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality of financial and proprietary information.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure financial records are accurate.
• Establish and maintain accurate vendor account records.
• Assist branch locations with customer payment processing and deposit-related transactions.
• Review and verify the accuracy of monthly corporate credit card transaction coding.
• Review general ledger accounts to identify and correct discrepancies.
• Monitor and maintain sales tax transactions and supporting documentation.
• Assist with preparing and filing annual reports, including Personal Property Tax, Form 1099, Unclaimed Property, and Business Licenses.
• Process accounts payable and support business reporting and other corporate office functions as needed.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), once eligible.
• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 100% employer-paid group term life, AD&D, and short-term disability (STD).
• Additional voluntary life, AD&D, and long-term disability (LTD).
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan.
• Scholarship and tuition assistance programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Professional development, ongoing learning, and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree