Senior Accountant

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POSITION PURPOSE

The Senior Accountant will ensure operations receive proper training and report on compliance with corporate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Best Practices. Assist the Accounting Department and Regions in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of profit and loss statements, job cost, and other operating results. Provide financial oversight and administrative support to Operations in daily, monthly, and annual operations and processes. This is an on-site position with travel to branches in your assigned region.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide Operations with training, communication, and monitoring of corporate standard operating procedures (SOPs). Train new hires in Operations in day-to-day financial activities Provide administrative assistance to Operations, such as job scheduling, help in bid preparation, subcontract documentation and review, and other special projects Responsible for Operations month-end accounting close, including but not limited to reconciliation of job cost, G/L accounts, inventory reconciliation, system reports, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, and entering required journal entries Coordinate with the Corporate Accounting Department on the establishment and tracking of approved accruals Monitor A/R at branch locations and assist in collections of accounts Assist in calculation and payment of special checks for employees, such as layoffs and underpayments Oversee all union master agreements and have a thorough understanding of specifications included in union bargaining agreements Oversee all union audits and assist other external audits by gathering information on employees and meeting with representatives to ensure payroll has been reported accurately Assist with the preparation of annual business plans and budgets for Operations Assist the Corporate Accounting Department with interim and year-end audit procedures and information requests Assist Operations with branch and Region employment, employee relations, EEOC, training and salary planning

Administrative Duties:

Typing correspondence, filing

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance 5-7+ years experience with: Accounts Receivable (A/R) Accounts Payable (A/P) Payroll (P/R), union payroll experience is a plus General Ledger (G/L) Job Costing Profit & Loss (P&L) preparation and analysis Strong PC skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office products - Vista experience is a plus Effective communication skills with the ability to handle diverse situations Organizational skills to manage multiple priorities Follow-up skills to ensure accuracy and timely completion of tasks Ability to travel 25-40% Compensation for this role is determined using a variety of factors, including experience, skills, internal equity, market benchmarks, and the cost of labor in the different geographic locations where we operate. In addition to base pay, this position may also be eligible for: Beneficial ownership in the Company through Western's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Participation in the Company's annual performance-based bonus program. A comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, maternity leave, and additional benefits designed to support employees and their families. US Pay Range $70,000 - $90,000 USD Western Specialty Contractors does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in the provision of employment opportunities and benefits. To view Western Specialty Contractors' SMS Terms of Service, click here . To view Western Specialty Contractors' SMS Privacy Statement, click here . Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at Western Specialty Contractors? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Create alert Apply for this job

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