Financial Accountant

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Kent (OH); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with company

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Financial Accountant to support the monthly close, prepare management financial statements, record journal entries, and oversee cash-related accounting activities at its Kent, Ohio headquarters. This role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration, and timely deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of five years' progressive accounting experience, strong ERP/Excel skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new concepts quickly and adapt to changing business needs.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA or other ERP systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the monthly and year-end financial close processes.
• Prepare and analyze reconciliations for various general ledger accounts on a monthly basis.
• Prepare and distribute daily cash reports and process positive pay transmissions.
• Prepare monthly management financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Perform monthly cash reconciliations and investigate reconciling items.
• Assist with external audit requests and provide supporting documentation as needed.
• Support continuous process improvements and other departmental initiatives.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Account reconciliations

Financial reporting

Excel

ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA)

Journal entries

Analytical skills

Documentation & communication

Education

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

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Excel (advanced)

Job description

Position OverviewThe Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Financial Accountant to join the Financial Accounting team at our corporate headquarters in Kent, Ohio. This role is responsible for supporting the monthly financial close process, preparing management financial statements, recording journal entries, managing cash-related accounting activities, reconciling general ledger accounts, and assisting with external audit requests. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Company: The Davey Tree Expert CompanyLocations: Kent, OHAdditional Locations: N/AWork Site: HybridReq ID: 228496Position OverviewThe Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Financial Accountant to join the Financial Accounting team at our corporate headquarters in Kent, Ohio. This role is responsible for supporting the monthly financial close process, preparing management financial statements, recording journal entries, managing cash-related accounting activities, reconciling general ledger accounts, and assisting with external audit requests. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Job Duties

• Participate in the monthly and year-end financial close processes.
• Prepare and analyze reconciliations for various general ledger accounts on a monthly basis.
• Prepare and distribute daily cash reports and process positive pay transmissions.
• Prepare monthly management financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Perform monthly cash reconciliations and investigate reconciling items.
• Assist with external audit requests and provide supporting documentation as needed.
• Support continuous process improvements and other departmental initiatives.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new concepts quickly and adapt to changing business needs.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA or other ERP systems is preferred.

Additional Information

• What We Offer:
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee referral bonus program
• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program
• all listed benefits available to eligible employees

Divisional OverviewThe Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail].

Employment Type: PermanentJob Type: Full TimeTravel Expectations: None