What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Schell Brothers?
Schell Brothers is Delaware’s largest private home builder with divisions in Richmond, VA, Nashville, TN, and Boise, ID. Schell Brothers has multiple lines of business that complement homebuilding, as well. Our mission is to bring happiness to ourselves and our homeowners by not only creating exceptional homes and communities but also providing an extraordinary customer experience. Our employees are passionate about their jobs and believe in happiness, positivity and collaborating with others. In 2023, Schell Brothers was awarded the highest honor for a builder in North America: Pro Builder’s 2023 Builder of the Year.
We’re searching for a motivated and passionate Accountant to join our Accounting Team. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Accountant will primarily be responsible for keeping accurate and complete books & records for the Schell Brothers and its subsidiary entities that they’re assigned to. This includes recording financial transactions in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), executing month-end close procedures in accordance with the close calendar, preparing & issuing financial statements for any assigned entities on a timely basis, performing bank reconciliations & other balance sheet account reconciliations to certify the financial statements on a monthly basis, compiling supporting documentation for the external auditors/tax specialists, and being responsive to requests from Schell management, teammates, customers, vendors, and other internal/external parties.
The Accountant must provide excellent customer service and accurate financial information. Any discrepancies found during the account reconciliation process should be researched and resolved on a timely basis. The Accountant should also possess an innovative mindset and be able to either recommend or assist with the implementation of system & process enhancements. The Accountant will also provide ad hoc financial reporting & analysis, along with other duties as required.
Requirements
What is required to be an Accountant
To be qualified for this job, you’ve got to be positive, caring, analytical, & detail oriented. We look for candidates who are organized, respectful, goal oriented, dependable, and who aspire to be AWESOME & HAPPY. We want you to be committed to the Schell Brothers’ mission and have an affinity for numbers and a persistent drive for high quality work. A bachelor’s degree in accounting is required (CPA license or a desire to be a CPA is preferred), and a minimum of two (2) years of corporate accounting or public accounting experience is required (please note that an equivalent combination of education and work experience can suffice). Experience with a modern accounting/finance system is required. Experience in the construction industry or with project accounting is preferred. Other skills include the following:
We’re searching for a motivated and passionate Accountant to join our Accounting Team. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Accountant will primarily be responsible for keeping accurate and complete books & records for the Schell Brothers and its subsidiary entities that they’re assigned to. This includes recording financial transactions in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), executing month-end close procedures in accordance with the close calendar, preparing & issuing financial statements for any assigned entities on a timely basis, performing bank reconciliations & other balance sheet account reconciliations to certify the financial statements on a monthly basis, compiling supporting documentation for the external auditors/tax specialists, and being responsive to requests from Schell management, teammates, customers, vendors, and other internal/external parties.
The Accountant must provide excellent customer service and accurate financial information. Any discrepancies found during the account reconciliation process should be researched and resolved on a timely basis. The Accountant should also possess an innovative mindset and be able to either recommend or assist with the implementation of system & process enhancements. The Accountant will also provide ad hoc financial reporting & analysis, along with other duties as required.
Requirements
What is required to be an Accountant
To be qualified for this job, you’ve got to be positive, caring, analytical, & detail oriented. We look for candidates who are organized, respectful, goal oriented, dependable, and who aspire to be AWESOME & HAPPY. We want you to be committed to the Schell Brothers’ mission and have an affinity for numbers and a persistent drive for high quality work. A bachelor’s degree in accounting is required (CPA license or a desire to be a CPA is preferred), and a minimum of two (2) years of corporate accounting or public accounting experience is required (please note that an equivalent combination of education and work experience can suffice). Experience with a modern accounting/finance system is required. Experience in the construction industry or with project accounting is preferred. Other skills include the following:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Outlook, Excel, & Word);
- Exceptional time management skills in order to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines with a high sense of urgency;
- Must thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment;
- Commitment to accuracy & quality results;
- Must be a team player who can work both independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively in a team-oriented culture;
- Must have an innovative mindset & strive for continuous improvement;
- Must maintain professionalism & confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information;
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively both internally and externally;
- Must take good notes, critically think, and proactively communicate with the Controller.