What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Fibersmith?
Help Build the Financial Foundation Behind Growing Broadband Infrastructure
At Fibersmith, we help telecom providers expand broadband access through engineering, design, construction support, and technology solutions. Behind that work is a financial team that keeps the business moving with accuracy, organization, and thoughtful decision-making.
We’re looking for a full-time Accountant to join our Columbia, Missouri office. This role is a strong fit for someone who enjoys digging into the details, keeping financial information clean and accurate, and helping leadership understand the numbers behind the business.
If you are organized, reliable, and ready to take ownership of day-to-day accounting operations in a growing company, this could be a great next step.
What You’ll Do
As an Accountant at Fibersmith, you’ll support the daily financial operations of the company while helping ensure reporting is accurate, timely, and useful. Responsibilities may include:
- Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
- Maintaining general ledger activity and supporting month-end and year-end close
- Preparing financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and other management reporting
- Reviewing transactions for accuracy, proper coding, and compliance with company processes
- Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning efforts
- Assisting with audits, documentation, and GAAP compliance
- Reconciling accounts and researching discrepancies
- Helping leadership understand financial trends, risks, and opportunities
- Recommending process improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency, and visibility
- Supporting other accounting and finance tasks as assigned
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is detail-driven, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy matters. You should be able to manage priorities, communicate clearly, and take initiative when something needs to be cleaned up, clarified, or improved.
Qualifications
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
- CPA is a plus, but not required
- 5 years of accounting experience preferred
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
- Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and close processes
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organization
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Clear communication skills and a professional, team-focused approach
- Multi-entity accounting experience is a plus
Why Fibersmith?
At Fibersmith, you’ll be part of a team that values practical problem-solving, strong execution, and continuous improvement. We are growing, and this role will help strengthen the financial systems and reporting that support that growth.
We offer:
- Competitive pay
- Full-time, stable opportunity
- Collaborative team environment
- Growth-focused leadership
- The chance to help improve and build financial processes as the company continues to scale
Ready to Apply?
If you’re an experienced accountant who takes pride in accurate work, organized processes, and helping a company make smart financial decisions, we’d love to hear from you.