Staff Accountant — Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

Legacy Utility Group; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Utility Group is seeking an accounting professional to support the accounting department with daily functions, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting. This role emphasizes accuracy, GAAP compliance, and timely data delivery to management.

Experience with Spectrum, or similar construction accounting software, is a plus. Responsibilities include journal entries, reconciliations, financial statement preparation, AP/AR support, accruals, budgeting, and ad-hoc reporting.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of accounting experience in general ledger, AP, AR, or related areas.
• Experience with Spectrum (or similar construction accounting software) preferred.
• Experience in construction or utility services industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Record journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger accounts.
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for audits.
• Support AP and AR teams with invoice processing and reconciliations.
• Assist with tracking outstanding balances and ensuring timely resolution of billing issues.
• Ensure compliance with company approval policies before posting transactions.
• Assist in month-end close activities, including accruals and reporting.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports to support management decision-making.
• Assist in budget preparation and variance analysis.
• Provide ad-hoc reporting as requested by management.
• Track KPIs and financial metrics to support business operations.
• Review outstanding balances and ensure proactive follow-up on overdue invoices.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Spectrum

Job description

Legacy Utility Group is seeking an accounting professional to support the accounting department with daily functions, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting. This role emphasizes accuracy, GAAP compliance, and timely data delivery to management.

Experience with Spectrum, or similar construction accounting software, is a plus. Responsibilities include journal entries, reconciliations, financial statement preparation, AP/AR support, accruals, budgeting, and ad-hoc reporting.