Senior Accountant

Fading West Development LLC in; Buena Vista (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm dedicated to transforming the construction industry is seeking a Senior Accountant. This role involves collaborating with various departments to manage financial transactions, prepare reports, and ensure accurate accounting practices. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. With a focus on building thriving communities, the company values teamwork, professionalism, and continuous learning. Join a team where your contributions will directly impact the success of projects and the community at large.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in journal entries and month-end close.
• Ability to perform basic reconciliations of bank and general ledger accounts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial reports and perform accounting transactions.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes efficiently.

Skills

Journal Entries

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Data Entry

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Acumatica

Sage Contractor 100

MS Excel

MS Word

Microsoft 365 Cloud

Job description

Fading West Job Description

Fading West exists to build thriving and connected communities by reimagining the construction industry. Our vision is to eliminate the housing crisis for the workforce and the communities they serve. Our mission is to create attainable, high-quality, architecturally interesting, diverse communities for the workforce. To accomplish this, we fully integrate design, development, manufacturing, and construction in a single LEAN value stream.

Core Values

• We Care for People
• We Keep Our Promises
• We Hate Waste
• We Love Challenges
• We Simplify & Standardize
• We Excel & Outperform

Our Culture

Strong Work Ethic, Fun, Learning, and Humility. Fading West employees:

• Do not need to be managed consistently
• Impress the team with their insights and output
• Are wicked smart but don't take themselves too seriously
• Have a passion for the company's success without ego or pride in ownership
• Are teachable, collaborative, and committed to continual learning, growth, and personal development

Problem-Solving in a Challenging, Changing, and Flexible Organization

Fading West employees:

• Challenge the norms and think outside the box
• Enjoy the excitement of figuring out the how that accomplishes the what we are trying to achieve

Manage Complexity and Simplify Systems

Fading West employees:

• Enjoy managing complexity to create efficient systems and processes that reduce waste and increase simplicity

Strategic Visionary Thinking

Fading West employees:

• Help develop strategies to achieve the objectives of the business plan to maximize return and minimize risk

Relationships and Mission

Fading West employees:

• Place a high value on relationships
• Are discerning, highly relational, people connectors
• Promote and maintain Fading West's core values and mission statement
• Are inclusive and build a culture where difference and creativity are valued
• Believe diversity drives innovation

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant collaborates with management and staff across all departments and facilities to prepare and perform transactions and financial reports. This person will work closely with the Director of Finance and the finance team assisting with accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, month-end close, and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Accounting general ledger journal entries, property management accounting, project accounting for manufacturing and construction, account reconciliations, maintaining schedules and workpapers, supporting workpapers for accounts, analysis of accounts for completeness, variances, and explanation of changes or variances, assist with month-end close.
• Banking - post receipts, credit card entries, and account reconciliation.
• Accounts Payable - demonstrate a working knowledge of the processes, problem-solving issues related to matching purchase orders, receiving invoices, maintaining an accurate aging of invoices, preparing reports, and payments. Understand job costing and entering construction invoices.
• Reporting - understand key financial statements, produce them, develop knowledge of Construction Job Cost reporting and budgeting, and support the construction team. Assist with the annual budget preparation.
• Accounts Receivable - invoicing, review of A/R Aging, support collection efforts, and review construction billing for accuracy.
• Data Entry - assist in entering invoices, billing, deposits, journal entries, review journal entries, and other transactions.
• Software - learn and improve skills with accounting software such as Acumatica, Sage Contractor 100, MS Excel, MS Word, Outlook, and Microsoft 365 Cloud systems.
• Payroll - process employee payroll transactions, post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and submit benefit plan payments.
• Work to understand the department's approval and review process for work performed.
• Meet deadlines and communicate progress, issues, and other important matters timely.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: Two-year associate's degree in accounting.
• Two years of experience in preparing journal entries, work papers, and assisting with month-end close.
• Ability to perform basic reconciliations of bank and general ledger accounts.
• Strong attention to detail in accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Three to five years of data entry experience with spreadsheets, invoices, billing, and transactions.
• Experience in manufacturing, construction, or property management is a plus.
• Proficient in software such as Acumatica, Sage Contractor 100, MS Office, and Cloud systems.
• Professionalism, effective communication, teamwork, initiative, problem-solving, punctuality, and dependability.