Staff Accountant
Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.
Hargrove's key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.
Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We're happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.
Job Scope
The Staff Accountant's main responsibilities include ensuring information in the General Ledger is accurate, facilitating audit related requests, ensuring coding for cost centers is complete and accurate, and reviewing entries to cash, debt, interest, G&A, intangibles, customer acquisition costs, fixed assets, payroll, and intercompany accounts. The Staff Accountant will also be responsible for bank reconciliations.
Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to :
- Prepare recurring and adjusting journal entries related to : - Cash application (transfers, manual checks, vouchers, reconciliations) - Prepayments - Expense accruals - G&A expenses
- Responsible for ensuring the accounting records are closed on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis in-line with the agreed upon close calendar
- Prepare bank reconciliations, investigate and document reconciling items
- Responsible for timely and accurate internal monthly reporting requirements for financial metrics and budget vs. actual analysis
- Responsible for preparing balance sheet reconciliations for applicable areas and creating checks and analysis to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the reconciliations
- Prepare invoices to affiliated companies and outside vendors
- Prepare accounting schedules (i.e. rollforwards, etc.) for internal and external reporting purposes
- Work closely with the Accounts Payable department ensuring proper recording of expenses
- Good understanding of U.S. GAAP - Communicate effectively with management and work closely with other departments, including cross training, as well as outside parties
Ideal Background
Education : Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance Required.
Certification : No certification is required for this position.
Experience : This position requires 3+ years of experience in the accounting field.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required :
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.Knowledge and application of company standards.Knowledge of office administration procedures.Extreme attention to detail.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Ability to analyze data, make judgments and develop reports.Ability to maintain effective working relationships with teammates, clients, and vendors.Ability to be discreet in dealing with sensitive situations and maintain confidentiality in all areas.Ability to work well in a team environment.Excellent organizational skills.Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenAbility to listen and ascertain the needs of teammates.Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and other software as needed.Physical Requirements :
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time