Staff Accountant - Onsite

Carter Lumber is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team. This position supports a variety of accounting functions, including general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, capital expenditure and fixed asset accounting, financial reporting, and personal property tax reporting.Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant experience
• Working knowledge of financial statements and general accounting principles
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across departments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; intermediate to advanced Excel skills preferred
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling financial and business information
• This will be an onsite position at the corporate office in Kent, OH

• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts, including construction-in-progress and other balance sheet accounts, and research and resolve discrepancies.
• Track capital projects for store locations and manufacturing facilities from start to finish, including coding invoices, communicating with field locations and internal departments, and determining appropriate capitalization treatment.
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset records, including additions, transfers, disposals, and self-constructed projects.
• Prepare and record intercompany journal entries.
• Review financial statements for the company’s Transport operations and research and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with consolidated accounting activities, month-end and year-end close, and other accounting projects assigned.

• Prepare, maintain, and reconcile reporting related to capital expenditures and the capital budgeting process.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of personal property tax returns for Carter Lumber entities.
• Support financial audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and supporting information as requested.
• Prepare and maintain financial and operational reports as required by management.

Benefits (full-time employees)

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employer-Matching 401(k) Plan

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