Staff Accountant

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Mobile, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports the Company’s corporate accounting function by performing daily general ledger activities and partnering with branches and subsidiaries. Key responsibilities include supporting financial consolidations, balance sheet reconciliations and analysis, financial reporting, and accounting research. The position requires a strong understanding of accounting policies and financial statement accounts, including statement of operations and balance sheet accounts. The Staff Accountant works independently on routine responsibilities, seeks guidance on unusual or complex matters, and reviews financial reports and results with management as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field required.
• 2+ years of relevant accounting or finance experience required.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across the organization.
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to identify and solve problems independently.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends or issues, and make recommendations based on findings.
• Ability to effectively plan and prioritize work, manage multiple responsibilities, adapt to changing priorities, and meet established deadlines.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the monthly financial close process by independently identifying and processing the necessary journal entries assigned, including monthly adjusting journal entries required to properly reflect the consolidation of the financial statements.
• Review the trial balance and financial statements to ensure proper recording and classification of transactions and accounts.
• Partnering with other departments to ensure all internal controls are adhered to and financial statements are fairly and accurately presented.
• Review, investigate, and correct errors and inconsistencies in financial entries.
• Assist in the balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts and working with branches and subsidiaries to ensure all documentation and support is provided for reconciliations.
• Provide high levels of customer service to Branch Managers and Regional Directors.
• Communicate accounting procedures to operations and provide support so that all branches are in compliance.
• Assist in the annual audit process.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses and complete projects.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

What This Job Offers

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