Accountant II

Overview

This generator services organization has locations across the United States and is seeking a detail-oriented Corporate Accountant to support corporate accounting activities. The role will help manage the general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting across multi-branch operations. You will also contribute to acquisition integration work, including purchase accounting and opening balance sheet reconciliations, while supporting improvements to accounting processes and internal controls as the organization grows.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and other required or ad hoc financial reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Drive the monthly general ledger close process, including account reconciliations and preparation and posting of journal entries.
• Incorporate close process improvements using FloQast and other tools.
• Perform monthly variance analysis (actual vs. budget) and review material variances with the Accounting Manager and CFO.
• Investigate discrepancies by coordinating with relevant departments.
• Evaluate accounting systems and procedures; recommend and implement improvements to strengthen internal controls and improve efficiency.
• Provide accounting support to management by clarifying expense-related issues and ensuring proper treatment of transactions.
• Prepare audit schedules and support external auditors during annual and interim audits.
• Prepare and file sales tax returns for multiple states, ensuring timely compliance.
• Support purchase accounting and other M&A activities, including building out accounting systems and opening balance sheet reconciliations for new acquisitions.
• Support accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including adjustments research and invoice review.
• Support annual compliance processes, including business licenses and annual reports.
• Maintain accurate vendor and customer master data within the accounting system.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, organizational policies, and internal control requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a multi-branch/multi-division organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• CPA or active pursuit of CPA licensure preferred.
• Microsoft Office suite; advanced Excel skills.
• Data analytics certificates/experience a plus.
• Experience with NetSuite, Avalara, Sage 100, QuickBooks, and Salesforce a plus.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and an entrepreneurial mindset; able to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Location

Branches across the United States.