Senior Accountant

STR Mechanical; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Healthcare coverage (medical, dental,

401(k) with 5% match

Paid time off and holidays

FirstCall Academy and LEAP programs

Referral bonus

Job summary

FirstCall Mechanical in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead financial reporting and operations, working closely with the office administration team. The successful candidate will handle US GAAP reporting, journal entries, and close processes with a proactive mindset.

The role offers collaboration with the Controller, access to the FirstCall Academy and LEAP programs, and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, 401(k) with match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Requires solid knowledge of US GAAP and financial close processes.
• Experience with journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement packages.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monthly financial reporting per US GAAP with journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Prepare financial reports, analyses, projections, and budgets.
• Prepare tax returns and documentation for external auditors.
• Coordinate and assist with audit preparations.
• Manage A/P and check runs; cash management and forecasting.
• Maintain fixed asset records and accounting controls.
• Process W-9 requests, COI requests, and other compliance tasks.
• Coordinate with Controller to provide financial information.
• Develop and implement process improvements in finance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Software adaptability

Accounting software

GAAP understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA or pursuing CPA

Tools

QuickBooks

SAGE Intacct

Job description

FirstCall Mechanical is a commercial and industrial HVAC, building controls, electrical, and plumbing services company. We serve commercial and industrial customers, including distribution centers, cold storage facilities, food manufacturing facilities, universities, and other commercial properties. FirstCall has approximately 290 employees and operations across Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Texas. We are actively growing our operations across the country. FirstCall not only partners with companies to nurture growth in the market, but also provides equal focus on employee growth and development as well. We believe when YOU succeed, we all succeed, so we strive to be the first call for talented team members who want a career, not just a job.

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Location: Charlotte, NC

Benefits Overview

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage - Medical, Dental, Vision, + More (Includes some 100% Company-paid plans)
• Financial Resources - 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% match, Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Time-Off & Holidays - Up to 4 weeks of Paid Off, 9 Paid Holidays + Veterans Day for Veterans
• Career Growth & Development- Company-sponsored education and career advancement programs like the FirstCall Academy, the Learning & Education Assistance Program (LEAP), and the FirstCall Progression Program
• Generous Referral Bonus of $2,500 per referral
• Role-Specific Perks - Company vehicle or allowance, mobile phone or phone allowance, uniforms, and work boot allowances

Position Overview

We are seeking an energetic, detail-oriented Senior Accountant. This person will lead all aspects of the financial reporting and financial operations while working closely with the office administration team. The ideal candidate will be excited about contributing to the team's success and will have a team-player mentality.

Job Responsibilities

• Monthly financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP, including all journal entries, accruals and balance sheet reconciliation schedules
• Preparing financial reports, analyses, projections, and budgets
• Preparing tax returns and documentation for external auditors
• Coordinating and assisting with audit preparations
• Managing A/P and check runs
• Cash management and cash forecasting
• Maintaining fixed asset records
• Maintaining proper accounting procedures and controls and related documentation
• Processing W-9 requests, COI requests (and other compliance)
• Coordinating with the Controller to provide financial information as requested
• Developing and implementing process improvements in the finance functions
• Managing audit requests
• Other duties as assigned

Accountabilities

• Continual learning and development in the body of knowledge through FirstCall Academy, to ensure we set the bar for skill level in the industry
• Elite level of customer service, to ensure we continue to be the FirstCall our customers make for their HVAC needs.

ORGANIZATIONAL ALIGNMENT

This position will report to the Controller.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting and finance experience.
• Deep understanding of financial close process, including the preparation of journal entries, reconciliation schedules and financial statement packages
• Experience in financial operations including A/R, A/P, treasury, payroll, and state and local tax compliance
• Great written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced computer skills and ability to quickly learn and adopt new software tools, experience with accounting software
• High degree of professionalism and strong sense of ownership and pride in your work
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks, SAGE Intacct, a plus
• Background in trades environment: construction, electrical, HVAC, a plus
• CPA or desire to pursue CPA designation, a plus

BEHAVIORAL PROFILE

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Mental stamina for problem-solving and prioritizing multiple tasks.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to operate the computer keyboard and telephone, reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.