What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Nelson's Buildings?
About Us
Since 1998, Nelson’s Buildings has been committed to delivering Best Built, Best Price, Best Service. As a family-owned company, our foundation is built on three core values: Relationships, Innovation, and Integrity. We prioritize trust and long-term relationships while fostering a supportive environment where our team can grow and thrive.
Why Work With Us?
- Family-Oriented Culture: Work in an environment that values you as an individual and supports a true team dynamic.
- Mentorship: Benefit from consistent, in-person leadership mentorship to sharpen your skills.
- Industry Insights: Enjoy unique opportunities to learn the ins and outs of construction operations.
- Career Growth: We believe in promoting from within, offering genuine growth potential into operations and project-focused roles.
- Values-Driven Team: Join a workplace culture deeply rooted in integrity, collaboration, and high standards.
Position Overview
We are seeking a tech-savvy Accountant who thrives in a dynamic environment. Because Innovation is one of our core values, our systems and processes continuously evolve. We need someone who is not only comfortable with change but actively embraces it.
The ideal candidate will have a sharp acumen for technology and will manage our day-to-day accounts receivable (AR), accounts payable (AP), payroll processing, and internal budgeting.
Please Note: This role does not file corporate taxes. Instead, you will be responsible for maintaining pristine financial records and preparing the necessary year-end documentation to hand off to our external tax professional.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Management: Manage all day-to-day AP/AR processing, invoice generation, vendor payments, and account reconciliations using QuickBooks Online.
- Payroll Processing: Accurately process company payroll using Homebase or equivalent payroll software, ensuring compliant tracking of hours and deductions.
- Reporting & Budgeting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, track budget variances, and provide clear financial data to leadership.
- Tax Preparation Support: Organize ledgers, reconcile accounts, and gather all necessary financial reports to ensure a seamless hand-off to our certified tax professional.
- Visual Data Presentation: Utilize Canva to create clean, easy-to-read financial dashboards, internal presentations, or report summaries for management review.
Qualifications & Skills
- Adaptability & Tech Acumen: Highly comfortable navigating and adopting new digital tools, workflows, and software updates.
- Education: Associate of Arts (AA) degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of hands-on accounting or bookkeeping experience.
- Software Proficiency:
- Advanced, daily experience with QuickBooks Online.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel (managing pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis).
- Familiarity with Homebase or similar automated payroll platforms.
- Experience with Canva for professional report formatting and presentations.
- Attributes: Strong analytical skills, impeccable organizational habits, and a high degree of integrity.
Application Question(s):
- What is your ideal salary range?
Work Location: In person