Accountant

Tsoverheadcrane; Pattonville (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-State Equipment is seeking an Accountant to join our established team. With over 65 years in the material handling, fabrication, and service industry, we value versatility, reliability, and strong accounting expertise.

The role covers cost & inventory, tax compliance, fixed assets, and project management, with daily AR/AP support. A Bachelor's in Accounting and 2–4 years of experience, GAAP proficiency, and advanced Excel skills are required; NetSuite experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (or equivalent focus) with 2-4 years of experience.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and advanced Excel skills.
• Efficient, organized, detail-oriented, adaptable team member with time-management skills.
• Bonus points: Experience with NetSuite.

Responsibilities

• Cost & Inventory: Maintain standard cost systems and report on projects, inventory, and cost of goods sold.
• Tax Compliance: Set up, report and analyze state tax requirements as we grow.
• Fixed Assets: Track depreciation and manage asset vendor relationships.
• Project Management & Analysis: Invoicing milestones and coordinate with sales; perform accounting analyses.
• Daily Management: Reconcile credit cards and provide backup support for AR/AP.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Detail-oriented

Quick learner

Adaptable

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

NetSuite

Accounting software

Job description

Join Our Established Team as an Accountant at Tri-State Equipment!

Looking for stability, growth, and a team environment where your versatility is valued? That's what you get at Tri-State Equipment. We're a successful, privately-owned company that has been innovating in the material handling, fabrication, and service industry for over 65 years!

We're comprised of four growing divisions and are looking for a sharp, detail-oriented Accountant with solid accounting experience who is ready to take on a diverse range of responsibilities and embrace new challenges.

What You'll Be Doing

As our Accountant, you'll be highly involved in a wide variety of tasks that keep our four divisions running smoothly. This role has core responsibilities, but we love flexibility and a willingness to pick up new duties along the way. You will focus on:

• Cost & Inventory: Maintaining our standard cost systems, policies, and procedures to ensure accurate reporting of projects, inventory, and cost of goods sold.
• Tax Compliance: Managing the setup, reporting, and analysis for new and existing state tax requirements as we continue to grow.
• Fixed Assets: Tracking and reviewing all fixed asset records, recording depreciation, and managing asset vendor relationships.
• Project Management & Analysis: Handling project status milestone invoices and communicating with sales teams on completion, while also performing standard accounting duties and analysis.
• Daily Management: Reconciling credit card statements and providing backup support for AR/AP functions.

If you're a quick learner who is flexible and proficient with computers and accounting software, you'll be an essential part of our team!

Is This You?

We're looking for someone ready to dive in, be part of the team, and bring their core accounting expertise while enthusiastically learning new processes.

Qualifications:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Accounting (or equivalent focus) with a minimum of 2-4 years of experience.
• Technical Know-How: Strong understanding and working knowledge of GAAP. Advanced reporting and Excel skills are a must.
• Mindset: Efficient, organized, and detail-oriented, with the ability to complete time-sensitive tasks effectively. We value an eager and adaptable team member who is comfortable owning diverse duties.
• Bonus Points: Experience with NetSuite is a plus!

Come be a part of an established company that continues to find ways to innovate and grow.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.