Accountant

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Texarkana (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking an experienced Accountant in Texarkana, AR to support daily accounting operations, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. The role requires meticulous detail orientation and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities include general ledger work, journal entries, job cost management, payroll processing, and tax filing. CPA is preferred; 5+ years of accounting experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of general ledger accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with accounting software (NISC experience is a plus).
• Knowledge of payroll, tax regulations, and employee-related compliance.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger and subsidiary ledgers.
• Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations.
• Manage job cost records, including estimates, transaction postings, and reporting.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Maintain inventory records, including charge-outs and salvage tracking.
• Generate financial reports related to sales, energy, construction, and transportation.
• Track and maintain transportation-related records (licensing, mileage, vehicle activity).
• Process and file state and local tax returns, including payroll, sales, and property taxes.
• Maintain payroll records, process timesheets, and issue payroll.
• Prepare quarterly and annual federal and state payroll reports.
• Provide backup support for other accounting functions as needed.
• Assist with audits and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

NISC

Job description

Job Title: Accountant

Salary: $70,000–$75,000/year

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple responsibilities in a deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain general ledger and subsidiary ledgers
• Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations
• Manage job cost records, including estimates, transaction postings, and reporting
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
• Maintain inventory records, including charge-outs and salvage tracking
• Generate financial reports related to sales, energy, construction, and transportation
• Track and maintain transportation-related records (licensing, mileage, vehicle activity)
• Process and file state and local tax returns, including payroll, sales, and property taxes
• Maintain payroll records, process timesheets, and issue payroll
• Prepare quarterly and annual federal and state payroll reports
• Provide backup support for other accounting functions as needed
• Assist with audits and ensure compliance with applicable regulations
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of general ledger accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience with accounting software (NISC experience is a plus)
• Knowledge of payroll, tax regulations, and employee-related compliance
• CPA preferred

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional demeanor with the ability to remain calm under pressure

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