Entry-Level Staff Accountant Landscape Industry

Premier Landscape Contractors Inc in; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Entry-Level Staff Accountant to join their finance team in Oak Brook. This role is ideal for someone eager to build a solid foundation in accounting while contributing to a company that specializes in creating beautiful outdoor spaces. You will be involved in essential tasks such as managing financial transactions, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting audits. This is a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates or those new to the field to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment dedicated to excellence in landscape architecture.

Qualifications

• Seeking a detail-oriented individual for entry-level accounting tasks.
• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Support accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Process journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts.
• Assist with financial reporting and compliance tasks.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational Skills

Financial Reporting

Compliance Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Job description

Entry-Level Staff Accountant Landscape Industry (Architecture)

Premier Service is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Corporate Headquarters in Oak Brook!

Premier Service provides elite landscape architecture design and snow removal services to commercial and residential clients across Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Entry-Level Staff Accountant to join our finance team. This role is perfect for someone looking to build a strong foundation in accounting while supporting a company dedicated to creating beautiful and sustainable outdoor spaces. You will assist with financial transactions, reporting, and compliance to ensure smooth operations across our projects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support accounts payable and accounts receivable, including vendor payments and client invoicing.
2. Process journal entries and ensure accuracy in financial transactions related to landscaping contracts.
3. Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts.
4. Collaborate with senior staff and finance manager on audits and forecasting.
5. Assist with financial reporting for landscaping projects, including tracking costs and revenue.
6. Help prepare tax filings, including sales tax and contractor-related compliance.
7. Ensure compliance with company policies and industry accounting standards.