Accountant, Associate

Southland Industries; Dulles Town Center (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Professional development memberships

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking an Associate Accountant to support financial recordkeeping, transactions, accounts management, and reconciliation in compliance with GAAP.

The role focuses on processing accounts payable/receivable or payroll, maintaining accurate records, and resolving basic discrepancies while escalating complex issues as needed. Collaboration with internal teams is required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience preferred
• 0-3 years of accounting experience preferred
• Basic accounting knowledge
• Strong organization skills with high level of attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Able to analyze and resolve basic issues
• Computer proficiency and intermediate MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc. required
• Able to remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment
• Works under direct supervision
• Makes decisions within defined guidelines

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of assigned financial transactions which may include accounts payable, accounts receivable or payroll.
• Establish and maintain accurate and appropriate records to ensure data integrity and currency.
• Research and resolve straightforward accounting discrepancies and irregularities in a timely manner. Elevate more complex issues for resolution.
• Follow appropriate policies and procedures to assure that Southland maintains compliance with all state and federal laws as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Respond to internal and external customer inquiries in a timely manner.

Skills

0-3 years accounting experience

Basic accounting knowledge

Strong organization

Effective communication

Deadline-driven

Confidentiality and discretion

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Under direct supervision

Decision making within guidelines

Education

Associate’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Summary

The Associate Accountant is primarily responsible for the fundamental aspects of Southland’s financial recordkeeping including recording financial transactions, managing accounts and account reconciliation, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Job Description

The Associate Accountant is primarily responsible for the fundamental aspects of Southland’s financial recordkeeping including recording financial transactions, managing accounts and account reconciliation, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of assigned financial transactions which may include accounts payable, accounts receivable or payroll.
• Establish and maintain accurate and appropriate records to ensure data integrity and currency.
• Research and resolve straightforward accounting discrepancies and irregularities in a timely manner. Elevate more complex issues for resolution.
• Follow appropriate policies and procedures to assure that Southland maintains compliance with all state and federal laws as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Respond to internal and external customer inquiries in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience preferred
• 0-3 years of accounting experience preferred
• Basic accounting knowledge
• Strong organization skills with high level of attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Able to analyze and resolve basic issues
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretionComputer proficiency and technical aptitude with intermediate level ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc. required
• Able to remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment
• Works under direct supervision
• Makes decisions within defined guidelines

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&DD insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation.

Pay:

Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For Virginia this ranges from $56,124.00 - $66,328.00 plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.

Contingent Employment:

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement:

Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).