Staff Accountant

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Our equipment is used to build the roads and infrastructure that connects us to each other and to the goods and services we use. We are an industry leader known for delivering innovative solutions that create value for our customers. As our industry evolves, we are using new technology and data like never before.

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LOCATION:
This is an onsite position at our offices in Chattanooga, Tennessee
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Under direct supervision, the Staff Accountant supports the corporate accounting function with responsibility for general ledger activities, month‑end close, account reconciliations, and intercompany accounting. This role partners closely with other finance and business stakeholders to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting under U.S. GAAP. The Staff Accountant is expected to apply strong analytical skills, continuously improve processes, and leverage technology and automation to increase efficiency and data quality.

This position requires a strong understanding of accounting policies and procedures in order to assist in maintaining financial records and ensure that financial transactions are properly recorded. The Staff Accountant will perform day to day accounting activities and month‑end close activities by applying practical knowledge of the function typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. This position is ideal for an accounting professional who is detail‑oriented, curious, and motivated to grow in a dynamic corporate environment.

• Prepare and process journal entries, certain of which are in more complex areas
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close activities in accordance with established close calendars
• Prepare and reconcile general ledger accounts; investigate and resolve variances timely
• Support intercompany accounting processes, including allocations, eliminations, and reconciliations
• Assist with preparation of balance sheet, income statement, and other internal and external financial reports
• Analyze financial reports (i.e., balance sheets, income statements, and other financial reports)
• Escalate business questions to supervisory level
• Understand the accounting function, key policies, and standard operating procedures
• Support internal and external audit requests and SOX/internal control documentation and testing
• Maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP, company accounting policies, and internal controls
• Build effective working relationships with cross‑functional partners (FP&A, tax, operations, shared services)
• Utilize ERP systems and financial tools to efficiently process transactions and maintain accurate accounting records
• Leverage Excel and other reporting tools to automate reconciliations, schedules, and routine analyses
• Identify opportunities to streamline, standardize, or automate accounting processes to improve close speed and data quality
• Demonstrate a continuous‑improvement mindset by challenging manual or inefficient processes

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or Finance required.
• 1 – 2 years of progressive accounting experience preferred (corporate, public accounting, or shared services)
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA) is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applications of accounting principles preferred.
• Experience with financial reporting tools, reconciliations software, or automation tools is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office…