Accountant

VLCM; Salt Lake City (UT); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits (medical, dental, vision

401k matching

Wellness programs

Flexible time off

Remote-friendly culture

Job summary

VLCM, a Utah-based IT solutions provider, seeks a mid-level Accountant to own key areas of the accounting cycle and help ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial data.

You will perform general ledger entries, reconciliations, and support month-end close while collaborating across departments to improve processes and controls. This role offers a collaborative culture, competitive salary, full benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of fundamental accounting concepts.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Own assigned areas of the general ledger and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and in the correct period.
• Prepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries, including accruals and month-end adjustments.
• Perform detailed balance sheet and GL reconciliations; research discrepancies and resolve them promptly.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities and meet close deadlines.
• Analyze account activity, trends, and variances; provide explanations to Accounting leadership.
• Prepare accounting schedules and reports for financial reporting and management review.
• Assist with accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets, cash, and other functions as needed with proper GL treatment.
• Maintain accurate financial records in the ERP system and related systems.
• Assist with external audits, tax, insurance, and other financial information requests.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Reconciliations

Journal entries

Month-end close

Excel proficiency

ERP experience

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About Vlcm

VLCM (pronounced val-com) is shaping the future of enterprise technology partnerships. As a trusted IT solution provider, we specialize in cybersecurity, data center infrastructure, networking, cloud, VOIP, end-user computing, audio-visual, physical security, cabling, and internet services. With clients across industries and geographies, we solve complex IT challenges by collaborating with best-in-class technology partners and hiring the brightest minds in the business.

Murray, UT

As a Utah Business and Salt Lake Tribune Best Place to Work winner, we pride ourselves on a culture that balances excellence with family values, transparency, and long-term growth. At VLCM, we "Get IT Right"-for our customers, our partners, and our people.

Job Description

The Accountant is a mid-level accounting professional responsible for owning key areas of VLCM's accounting cycle and helping ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial information. This position performs general ledger accounting, prepares journal entries and reconciliations, supports month-end and year-end close, analyzes account activity, and works across departments to resolve accounting issues. The ideal candidate has more than five years of professional accounting experience, strong technical accounting fundamentals, and the ability to independently manage assigned accounting responsibilities while identifying opportunities to improve processes and controls.

What You'll Get To Do

• Own assigned areas of the general ledger and ensure transactions are recorded accurately, completely, and in the appropriate accounting period.
• Prepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries, including accruals, reclassifications, and other month-end adjustments.
• Perform detailed balance sheet and general ledger account reconciliations; research and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities and help ensure established close deadlines are met.
• Analyze account activity, trends, and variances and provide clear explanations and supporting documentation to Accounting leadership.
• Prepare accounting schedules, reports, and supporting documentation for financial reporting and management review.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, cash, and other accounting functions as needed, with emphasis on accurate general ledger treatment.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation within the company's ERP/accounting system and related business systems.
• Assist with external audit, tax, insurance, and other financial information requests by preparing schedules and supporting documentation.
• Partner with employees and departments across VLCM to research transactions, resolve accounting questions, and improve the accuracy of financial information.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, internal controls, reconciliations, reporting, and workflow efficiency.
• Perform other accounting responsibilities and special projects as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of professional accounting experience preferred, including general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of fundamental accounting concepts.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant accounting experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to independently own assigned accounts and accounting processes from transaction review through reconciliation and close.
• Experience working in ERP/accounting systems and comfort learning and using cloud-based business applications.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, lookups, PivotTables, data analysis, and reconciliation of larger data sets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet recurring accounting deadlines, and appropriately handle confidential financial information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with Accounting team members and employees across the organization.

What We Offer

• Find more work-life integration with work-from-home and remote opportunities
• Enjoy nonstop engagement and autonomy to do your job - no micromanaging
• A fun, creative environment to improve your skills, learn, and have fun
• A supportive leadership team and culture with strong focus on family and work-life integration
• We are committed to the health and safety of our people
• Competitive salary
• Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, wellness, etc.)
• Flexible Time Off
• No jerks in the building!