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General Accountant
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Exciting Accounting Opportunity!
Founded over 15 years ago, our Nebraska-based client specializes in the assessments, maintenance, and repair of concrete grain elevators and silos. They blend "yesterday's structures with tomorrow's technology"? to ensure the longevity and safety of critical agricultural infrastructure. Their dedication to safety, integrity, and quality has made them a trusted partner to grain facilities nationwide. They are a privately held, growth-oriented company with a mission to protect and prolong the life of our clients' structures through innovative solutions and an unwavering commitment to doing things right.
We are excited to partner with them to add a General Accountant to their team. This role will report directly to the Controller and manage key accounting operations for the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Payroll Processing: Lead the end-to-end weekly payroll process for the employees, ensuring accurate and timely payroll every cycle (multi-state payroll compliance included). Payroll experience is required for this role?
- Accounts Payable & Receivable: Oversee the payables and receivables functions. This includes processing vendor invoices and payments, managing expense records, and handling customer payments. You will also manage customer billing/invoicing for our projects, ensuring invoices are sent out promptly and accurately and following up on receivables.
- General Ledger & Month-End Close: Assist with and perform month-end and year-end closing activities. Prepare journal entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and help produce monthly financial statements and reports. Ensure the general ledger is maintained accurately and in compliance with accounting standards.
- Financial Reporting & Analysis: Support the Controller in preparing financial reports and analysis. This may include contributing to monthly management reports, budget vs. actual analysis, and providing financial insights to support decision-making.
- Compliance & Process Improvement: Ensure compliance with relevant accounting regulations and assist with tax-related filings (payroll taxes, sales/use tax) as needed. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes or internal controls and assist in implementing enhancements for efficiency and accuracy.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required).
- Experience: 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including direct involvement in payroll processing. Experience in the construction or agriculture industry is highly valued (project/job cost accounting experience is a plus) but not required.
- Technical Skills: Solid understanding of general accounting principles (GAAP). Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting. Ability to handle AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger tasks independently.
- Soft Skills: High attention to detail and accuracy in work. Strong organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly report financial information and collaborate with non-financial team members. A strong work ethic, adaptability to change, dependability, and team-oriented attitude are essential - we value team members who are committed to their fellow team members? and can thrive in a collaborative environment.
You'll be joining a team where your work truly matters. As a small but mighty company, you will have a broad scope of responsibilities and the opportunity to make a big impact on our operations. We foster a culture of safety, integrity, and continuous improvement, and we support our employees' professional growth. Expect a competitive compensation package, benefits, and the chance to work in an industry that keeps America's agricultural supply chain safe and efficient.
If this role sounds like a great match for your career, please email your resume to Jennie at
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