Accounting Manager

Jess Howard Electric; Blacklick (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacations

Company events

Job summary

The Jess Howard Electric Company is seeking an Accounting Manager in Ohio to learn the full accounting operation from the ground up and grow into a leadership role within the department.

The role emphasizes problem solving, process improvement, and collaboration with team members across the company. In-office schedule is Monday–Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM, with a salary range of $85,000–$115,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Progressive accounting experience across functions.
• Experience managing or leading employees.
• Experience in commercial construction.

Responsibilities

• Perform bank and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end accounting activities.
• Learn and support accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and purchasing processes.
• Learn and provide backup support for field and office payroll.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Write and maintain SOPs for the accounting department.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls.
• Cross-train with accounting team members to understand each function.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to accounting team members as leadership responsibilities grow.

Skills

Leadership experience

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

THE JESS HOWARD ELECTRIC COMPANY IS A FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS THAT HAS BEEN DOING ALL PHASES OF ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING WORK SINCE 1945.

We have established lasting relationships with many residential, commercial, and industrial utility customers. We are a unique electrical contractor due to the fact that we perform so many different types of electrical work. We perform residential, commercial, and industrial electrical work, including sports lighting, airport lighting, traffic signal, underground systems, pole-line, and utility work. With over 120 employees and 300 pieces of equipment, there is no job too small or too large for Jess Howard Electric Company.

Position Overview:

We are looking for an Accounting Manager who wants the opportunity to learn an accounting operation from the ground up, take on increasing responsibility, and grow into a key leadership role within the department. This is a great opportunity for someone who has built a solid accounting foundation but feels ready for more. If you're a go-getter who enjoys learning, solving problems, improving processes, and working with people, we want to hear from you.

Skills and Qualifications:

We're looking for someone who has strong accounting skills and the drive to keep learning.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered
• Progressive accounting experience with exposure to multiple accounting functions
• Previous experience managing or leading employees
• Experience in commercial construction strongly preferred
• Experience with Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate or a similar ERP/accounting system preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs or similar lookup functions, and data analysis
• Strong reconciliation, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

In this role, you'll develop a comprehensive understanding of the accounting department while taking ownership of key accounting responsibilities, including:

• Performing bank and general ledger account reconciliations
• Supporting month-end and year-end accounting activities
• Learning and supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and purchasing processes
• Learning and providing backup support for field and office payroll
• Researching and resolving accounting discrepancies
• Writing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the accounting department
• Identifying opportunities to improve accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls
• Cross-training with accounting team members to understand each function of the department
• Providing guidance, coaching, and support to accounting team members as leadership responsibilities grow

WORK ARRANGEMENT

In Office, M-F, 7 AM – 4 PM

SALARY RANGE

$85,000 - $115,000 / year

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Salary commensurate with experience
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401k with match
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Company-sponsored events

You’ll gain exposure to accounting operations across a commercial construction business. As you demonstrate your capabilities and develop a strong understanding of the department, you’ll have the opportunity to take on increased leadership and financial responsibilities. For the right person, this role can provide a path toward future Assistant Controller, Controller, or other senior accounting leadership responsibilities.