Staff Accountant (Hybrid)

NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC•Kennesaw, GA

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

NOVA Engineering & Environmental is hiring a Staff Accountant for our Kennesaw, GA corporate office. The Staff Accountant performs professional accounting work requiring advanced knowledge of accounting principles, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and sound accounting judgment. This position is responsible for preparing, analyzing, and reviewing assigned accounting records, journal entries, reconciliations, account schedules, and month-end close activities to support accurate and timely financial reporting. The role requires independent analysis of account activity, investigation and resolution of discrepancies, interpretation of financial data, and recommendations regarding appropriate accounting treatment or corrective action.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related business field required.
Advanced knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting concepts, account reconciliations, journal entries, accrual accounting, and accounting controls.
2+ years of corporate accounting experience involving professional accounting analysis, month-end close activities, reconciliations, and financial schedules.
Ability to apply accounting knowledge and professional judgment to analyze transactions, interpret financial information, identify discrepancies, and recommend appropriate corrective action.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, documentation, and follow-through.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and exercise discretion in handling confidential financial information.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to explain accounting issues and support recommendations to management.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

MBA, Master’s degree in Accounting or related field, CPA eligibility, CPA certification, or plans to pursue CPA certification preferred.
Public accounting, engineering industry, or Deltek Vantagepoint experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned month-end and year-end close activities, including analysis of account activity and preparation of required close documentation.
Prepare, analyze, and post journal entries, accruals, and account reclassifications in accordance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
Prepare, review, and analyze bank reconciliations and assigned balance sheet account reconciliations, including investigation and resolution of unusual items or discrepancies.
Evaluate accounting transactions and supporting documentation to determine appropriate classification, treatment, and recording under GAAP and company procedures.
Review accounts payable transactions, payment requests, and employee expense reports for accuracy, completeness, proper coding, policy compliance, and appropriate accounting treatment.
Maintain and analyze supporting schedules for prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, fixed assets, depreciation, and other assigned accounts.
Prepare account analyses, financial schedules, and variance explanations; identify trends, unusual activity, or potential accounting issues and recommend corrective action as appropriate.
Support monthly financial reporting by analyzing assigned accounts, validating financial data, and providing explanations or documentation for management review.
Prepare or review business licenses, sales tax filings, and other regulatory filings requiring accounting analysis and accurate interpretation of financial records.
Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation sufficient to support financial reporting, audits, and internal control requirements.
Exercise professional judgment in prioritizing work, resolving accounting issues, and escalating matters that may materially affect financial reporting or compliance.
Perform other professional accounting duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
Certification reimbursement and incentive program
Paid time off
Company–observed paid holidays
Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
Company paid short term disability coverage
Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
Wellness program with incentives
Employee Assistance Program