What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at LandCare?
THE POSITION
As an Accountant, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional service to both internal and external customers. You will apply accounting principles to daily tasks, including preparing journal entries, performing reconciliations, and ensuring accuracy and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to help achieve the organization’s financial objectives and demonstrate a strong eagerness to learn and grow within the finance field.
WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?
- Process customer payments and adjustments accurately, timely, and in accordance with company policies and accounting standards
- Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing accounts receivable data
- Prepare monthly account reconciliations (balance sheet and bank reconciliation)
- Participate in the month-end closing process, including journal entries, accruals, allocations, account reconciliations and other accounting tasks related to accounts receivable and / or accounts payable
- Process accounts payable transactions accurately, timely, and in accordance with company policies and accounting standards
- Maintain vendor accounts, including obtaining documentation to follow company policies, resolving discrepancies, processing payment adjustments, and reconciling statements
- Review and process employee expense reports in compliance with company policies
- Provide support for Concur expense management software
- Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of processes
- Respond timely and accurately to and resolve requests from internal and external customers
- Compliance with internal control processes and adherence to policies and procedures
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- 0-2 years or more of experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, or general accounting roles
- Understanding of GAAP and accounting operations; good technical skills including Excel and experience with ERP and other financial reporting systems
- Great organizational skills and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Strong desire to learn accounting and finance operations
- Good customer service and ability to collaborate effectively across teams
Besides the great team environment and the ability to work outside, we also have a strong benefits package for our team members:
- Competitive base salary
- Team based profit sharing program
- 401k for all employees with 3.5% company match
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off Policy 9 corporate holidays
- Formal training and development program
This opportunity has a base range that represents a full-time annual salary of $65,000-75,000 (commensurate with experience).
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000