What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant I position at Moss?
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Moss is a national privately held construction firm providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects. With regional offices across the United States, Moss focuses on construction management, solar EPC, and design-build. The company's diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of sectors, including luxury high-rise residential, landmark mixed-use developments, hospitality, K-12 and higher education, justice, solar energy and battery storage, and sports. Moss is ranked by Engineering News-Record as the nation's top solar contractor and one of the top 50 general contractors. Moss prides itself on a strong entrepreneurial culture that honors safety, quality, client engagement, and employee development. Its employees consistently rank Moss as one of the best places to work.
POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT
Moss' Staff Accountant is responsible for performing general ledger reconciliations for Moss and other related companies along with maintaining and entering corporate level journal entries. Perform other projects and analyses assigned. Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Create and maintain new general ledger accounts as needed
Perform general ledger reconciliations for assigned accounts and entities
Reconcile bank and investment accounts to ensure accuracy and promptly identify and resolve discrepancies
Prepare and record corporate journal entries in the ERP system
Maintain fixed asset records and support month-end depreciation processes using the company's fixed asset software
Update and maintain monthly reconciliation schedules and supporting documentation
Manage lease accounting data by entering new leases, modifying existing ones, and removing expired leases in the leasing software
Prepare consulting fee invoices and assist in coding insurance-related invoices for proper allocation
Process approved insurance claims, prepare related invoices, and maintain reimbursement tracking logs
Maintain and roll forward Excel schedules supporting key accounting areas
Assist the Senior Risk Accountant with ad hoc analysis, reconciliations, and reporting
Support requests related to the year-end external audit and tax filings by preparing schedules and documentation
Research and respond to accounting inquiries in a timely and accurate manner
Participate in special projects, process improvements, and financial analyses as assigned
Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
1-3 years of work experience in Financial Accounting department
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (Data validation via Pivot Tables and Lookups)
Strong analytical abilities
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
Works well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
High degree of attention to detail and ability to multi-task
Construction experience a plus, but not required
JOB TITLE: STAFF ACCOUNTANT I
JOB LOCATION: FORT LAUDERDALE, FL
CLASSIFICATION: FULL TIME - EXEMPT - SALARIED
REPORTS TO: SENIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Moss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.