What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Jerry Pate Turf & Irrigation?
Company Description
Jerry Pate Company is the leading provider of outdoor beautification products across the Southeast and Midwest, serving a diverse customer base that includes golf courses, municipalities, schools, irrigation contractors, and sports facilities. Representing premier brands like Toro, Rain Bird, Echo, and Club Car, the company is known for its commitment to quality products and exceptional customer service. With locations in Pensacola, Atlanta, Birmingham, and Ohio, and a dedicated team in the field, Jerry Pate Company delivers unmatched service and expertise. The organization prides itself on fostering a collaborative work environment while consistently exceeding customer expectations. Join the Jerry Pate Company and contribute to creating beauty on the outside, so others can live better on the outside.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Senior Accountant role based in Pensacola, FL. The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing key accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting compliance activities. This role partners closely with accounting leadership and various departments to maintain strong controls, improve processes, and support decision making.
Primary Responsibilities
- Prepare and review monthly and annual financial close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger in accordance with GAAP.
- Maintain supporting schedules and documentation outside of ERP system for Balance Sheet items including Prepaid Expenses, Fixed Assets, Accruals, etc.
- Oversee Sales Tax and Business License compliance including reconciliation, filing, and audit support across multiple jurisdictions.
- Support internal and external audit processes, including preparation of schedules and audit inquiry responses.
- Assist with the preparation of annual budget and manage monthly budget to actual reporting across all departments.
- Serve as business partner across all departments to resolve accounting and tax related issues.
- Assist with special projects related to ad hoc reporting or process implementation.
- Support AR and AP Teams as needed.
- Ability and willingness to travel with multiple overnight stays via airplane, car, or other appropriate means of transportation for business-related purposes. This includes but may not be limited to facility and field visits, vendor visits, continued education, and other business-related activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Competencies, Qualifications, and Skills
- Positive, energetic, creative personality with experience and desire to get the job done.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
- 3-5 years in accounting or finance, public experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting.
- Experience with ERP Systems, specifically SAP preferred.
- Detail Oriented.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, organization, and time-management skills.
- Proficient use of MS Office 365, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.