Accountant I

Summary 

The focus of this job is on producing high-quality, detailed work based on established standards, guidelines, and procedures. Precise, consistent work output is essential requiring patience and a willingness to manage and complete one task at a time. The job environment is stable, based on known relationships with people and well-defined processes. Job knowledge and competency is built through structured step-by-step training and positive, supportive coaching from management and peers. Communication with others is based on knowledge of repetitive job routines and procedures gained from sufficient on the job experience. Consistent, error-free work based on defined regulations and standards are key measures of job performance success. The job environment promotes steady, methodical work output so that job routines can be completed on time and error-free. This position is designed to develop a valued technical expert, who, recognized and supported by management and a stable work environment, can deliver quality work on a consistent basis. 

Job Characteristics 

• Steady, even pace to promote accuracy and quality of work Repetitive routines Complete set of procedures and tasks completed before new ones are begun.
• Technical/analytical focus Work within established systems, standards, and procedures Communication based on job knowledge and expertise.
• Decision-making within clearly defined job scope Based on defined policies and procedures Supported by management.
• Focused on job knowledge and expertise Helpful, supportive communication with management and peers. Collaborative approach in structured job environment.
• Leadership focused on consistent, accurate, quality work output Supportive, non-threatening leadership style Delegation to others when appropriate, using training, coaching and on the job experience.

Job Duties & Responsibilities 

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, reports, and general ledgers.
• Process Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Ensure all invoices are paid in a timely manner in accordance with all policy and procedures and by the terms agreed upon with all vendors. 
• Credit Card Administration
• Vendor administration including W-9 and COI management and 1099 preparation and filing.
• Inventory Accounting and reporting.
• Residential and millwork billing and collections. 
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts and monitor actual performance against budgeted figures.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal tax regulations, including filing periodic tax reports.
• Collaborate with departments to gather financial information and provide insights for decision-making.
• Support year-end review preparation and work with the external accounting firm.
• Identify areas for improvement in accounting processes and implement best practices.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles in the area of responsibility.
• Perform backup functions for other accounting positions as assigned.
• Miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or 10 years of progressive accounting experience required. 
• One or more years of accounting experience preferred. Experience in construction or related industry preferred.
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office required. QuickBooks experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Salary : $58,000 - $65,000