Senior Accountant Corporate Accounting

Ascension Property Services; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: $85,000–$95,000

Company-subsidized benefits

Health Savings Account

401(k) match

Flexible Paid Time Off

Job summary

Ascension Property Services is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee day-to-day finance operations and support treasury and journal activities. The role is based in Brentwood, TN, with focus on accurate accounting across AP, AR, payroll, and reconciliations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting, 2–4 years of accounting experience, and strong Excel and accounting software skills. CPA/masters are preferred and a quick, collaborative contributor will thrive in this fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• Master's degree and/or CPA certification are a plus.
• 2–4 years of experience in accounting roles.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Record day-to-day transactions (AP, AR, cash receipts, payroll).
• Perform month-end journal entries and reconciliations.
• Ensure proper revenue and expense recognition.
• Monitor cash balances and forecast cash flow.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and regulatory adherence.
• Collaborate to resolve billing/invoicing discrepancies.
• Support year-end close and external audits.
• Suggest improvements to finance operations through technology.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree

CPA certification

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Ascension Property Services - Senior Accountant Corporate Accounting

Ascension Property Services (APS) is a nationwide group of specialty trade contractors with decades of experience in nearly all types of construction, including commercial, healthcare, educational, hospitality, manufacturing, and institutional. Our customer-focused, employee-driven business model builds long-term partners through loyalty, consistency, and expertise.

Our company culture is success-driven, people-oriented, collaborative, and fast-paced. We are passionate about helping our customers become more environmentally sustainable and profitable. We are looking for team members who are driven, passionate and want to take on diverse challenges to help grow a great company.

Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing the day-to-day finance and accounting operations, including entering journals, assisting with treasury functions and bank reconciliations, prepare financial analyses and assist with the maintenance of fiscal records.
This role is based in Brentwood, TN.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Ensuring day-to-day transactions such as accounts payable, cash receipts and accounts receivable, credit card transactions, and payroll are recorded properly.
• Performing timely and accurate month-end journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring that accounting schedules are updated and accurate.
• Ensuring proper revenue and expense recognition.
• Monitoring cash balances and performing cash flow forecasting and reporting.
• Ensuring all finance and accounting operations comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and federal and state laws and regulations.
• Collaborate cross departmentally to resolve billing/invoicing discrepancies and disputes.
• Performing fiscal year-end close activities and assisting with activities and requirements of external auditors.
• Continually seeking and implementing opportunities to streamline and improve finance and accounting operations through technology
• Other duties as assigned to meet organizational requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• Master's degree and/or CPA certification a plus
• 2-4 years of experience in related accounting roles
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively internal teams.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.

What We Can Offer In Return:

• Base Salary of $85,000 to $95,000 (depending on relevant experience, skills)
• Company-subsidized benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, critical illness, and accident
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Paid Time Off

To learn more about Ascension Property Services, visit our website athttps://www.ascprop.com.

Please note the selected candidate will be required to submit to full pre-employment background and drug screening. This is an office environment position requiring a daily commute to Brentwood, TN. It is a full-time position (Monday - Friday - 8 to 5).