Staff Accountant

SunSource • Bristol, TN

29d • Onsite

About The Position

United Central Industrial Supply is a distribution company with deep roots in Appalachia and the MidAtlantic region of the U.S. that trace back more than 100 years. UC today is a highly recognized national player with 20+ locations nationwide selling a wide range of industrial products. UC’s customer base consists of large mining companies searching for coal, gold, silver, copper and other key elements as well as OEMs, agriculture, mineral and mining enterprises. The UC team blends together a strong group of long-tenured employees with an eye to the future and new team members, who bring new perspectives and experiences to help lead us on a path of continuous improvement.
We are currently seeking a talented Staff Accountant to work at our Bristol, TN corporate office under the direct supervision of the Controller over United Central’s operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for working in collaboration with the six-person corporate accounting group in all aspects of the accounting cycle by performing a wide range of duties outlined below.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in accounting/accountancy or associate degree
• At least one year of related accounting experience
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally with internal and external customers
• Advanced computer skills with strong Excel knowledge helpful
• The best candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, eager to learn, proactive, and collaborative

Responsibilities

• Help maintain an accurate and reconciled set of books and records which includes participation in the monthly close process to ensure all journal entries have been recorded, reconciliation of cash accounts and account balances, and providing accounting research necessary for financial analysis
• Under the supervision of the Accounts Payable Manager, process vendor invoices, verify, code, and reconcile expenses, and manage vendor relationships
• Provide process improvement suggestions.
• Aid with external audits and statutory compliance requirements.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned and be flexible and adaptable to changes that will occur during employment.

What This Job Offers

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