Senior Staff Accountant
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The role is responsible for managing corporate accounting, financial reporting, and the month-end close process. Additionally, the candidate will handle intercompany accounting, insurance renewals, and support the integration of new operating companies.
Columbia Home Services (CHS) is a private equity-backed platform actively investing in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other trade-related service companies. We are searching for an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to support the corporate finance and accounting
function. The right candidate will also have the opportunity to assume larger roles across
the growing platform! This position is a full-time remote position.
In this position, you will play a pivotal part in CHS’s growth, reporting directly to the Corporate Controller. The ideal candidate for this role possesses excellent problem-solving skills, has a deep understanding of accounting principles and is detail-oriented. You will be responsible for accurate and efficient accounting processes, month-end close, and supporting the design and implementation of best practices across the platform.
ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Own the accounting and financial reporting for the corporate business unit by performing all accounting, month-end journal entries, month-end reporting and analysis, and balance sheet account recs.
- Manage the intercompany accounting process platform-wide to ensure accounts remain in balance and are accurately stated in the consolidated financial reports of CHS
- Manage the company-wide insurance policy application and renewal process, and act as the primary point person to complete annual insurance audits.
- Participate in the annual financial statement audit by performing account reconciliations and preparing audit work papers for all company operating companies.
- Support company-wide accounts payable processing by refining the full utilization of Ramp A/P automation software system capabilities
- Support the development, documentation, and implementation of company-wide internal control policies and procedures
- Assist during the accounting integration process of new operating companies.
- Complete special projects as requested by company leadership.
- Occasional travel to other company locations may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required. Relevant certifications such as CMA or CPA are preferred but not required
- 4+ years verifiable experience as a staff accountant with an in-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Accounting Software: Hands-on experience with accounting software packages such as Sage Intacct and QuickBooks. Exposure to ServiceTitan is a plus.
- Excel and MS Office Proficiency: Advanced skills in MS Excel, including the ability to create pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, nested “if” statements, and logic formulas are expected. Intermediate skills in MS Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Teams preferred.
PERSONAL DIMENSIONS
- Holds a desire to take on greater responsibilities and actively contribute to the company's growth
- High energy and a strong work ethic with the ability to balance tasks effectively and maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Possesses problem-solving skills and ability to apply proven solutions
- Is analytical and detail-oriented with the ability to seek out and probe for information.
- Works independently or as a part of a team with minimal supervision and communicates essential feedback.
- Capable of managing numerous assignments and a steady high volume of work to consistently meet deadlines.
- Must be able to interact and communicate clearly with a broad cross section of personnel that includes corporate team leaders and operating company accounting, payroll and office staff.
- Maintains a mature, professional, and upbeat attitude at work in making sound and prudent business decisions.
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