Staff Accountant
About The Position
The Staff Accountant supports Bluestem’s accounting team with day-to-day accounts payable, accounts receivable, transaction processing, account reconciliations, and month-end close tasks. Working under the direction of the Controller, this individual helps keep the company’s financial records accurate and up to date. The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in accounting, is detail-oriented, and is eager to learn in a growing, construction-focused business. Bluestem Outdoor Services is a full-service landscape construction and maintenance company serving the Dallas–Fort Worth and Houston markets. The company specializes in large commercial and multifamily clients, offering turnkey landscape installation and comprehensive maintenance solutions. Bluestem describes its culture as built on quality, reliability, and growth, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 1–3 years of accounting experience, including general ledger, reconciliations, and accounts payable/accounts receivable.
- Working knowledge of GAAP and accrual accounting.
- Intermediate Excel skills, including lookups and pivot tables.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to handle confidential financial and payroll information with discretion.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the landscape, construction, or field services industry.
- Familiarity with job costing or Aspire.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules.
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations.
- Support payroll processing and related entries, including job cost allocation.
- Assist with progress billing, retainage tracking, and certified payroll reports as needed.
- Assist with customer invoicing and payment application.
- Follow up on past-due customer accounts through regular calls, emails, and statements.
- Help ensure the accuracy of financial data and compliance with accounting policies.
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities as requested.
- Prepare documentation for audits, tax filings, and external accountants.
- Suggest improvements to processes and internal controls.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match up to 4%
- 15 days of paid time off
- 6 paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
