Senior Accountant

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Do you possess the abilities to produce high-quality work in sometimes ambiguous environments, analytically interpret financial information, and improve business processes? Have you retained critical thinking skills, a desire to utilize your analytical skillset, and the drive to work collaboratively & cross-functionally? Would you enjoy an opportunity to work with an established organization at the top of its industry niche? If this describes you, please consider US Markets!

US Markets, Inc. (dba USM ReRents) is the leading aerial construction equipment re-rental company in the United States, renting straight & articulating booms, spider lifts, compact atrium crawlers and telehandlers to large equipment rental yards and companies across North America. We operate as a wholesale, re-rental operation.

As the Senior Accountant for a 25-employee small business, you will be key to both the accounting team and the organization, supporting USM’s long-term growth. Reporting to the Controller, you will provide accurate financial reporting, maintain internal controls, and support strategic decision-making.

• Engage in accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and GL reconciliations
• Assist in the annual budgeting process and monitor budget-to-actual performance
• Maintain the chart of accounts to ensure compliance with GAAP
• Invoice sales of equipment (assets)
• Review bad debt write‑offs
• File state unemployment taxes
• Manage tax‑exempt certificates
• Inventory management – establish and document procedures, and reconcile to the general ledger
• Analyze work orders each month
• Account for financial relationships between affiliated entities, allocating shared expenses and reconciling inter‑company transactions
• Calculate sales commissions for the sales force
• Post entries for bank loans
• Produce amortization schedules

• Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring internal controls to safeguard company assets
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax regulations
• Assist the Controller in coordinating external auditors, banks, and tax professionals for annual audits and filings
• Arrange monthly investor checks

• Evaluate and enhance accounting systems and processes for efficiency and accuracy, support the implementation of new financial software or tools as needed, and identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancements
• Coordinate, expedite, and/or facilitate software conversion projects and tasks
• Collaborate with USM functional teams to support business initiatives and provide insights

• Business analysis
• Monthly and annual closings
• Back‑up of A/P processes and review/approval of A/P check runs
• Back‑up of A/R processes and performing collections duties
• Review invoicing to customers for errors and make corrections
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations
• Identify and record accruals, prepaid expenses, and other adjustments
• Engage in credit card/expense reconciliations; audit and approve corporate credit card and personal reimbursement expense reports
• Oversee sales and use tax collection, reporting, returns and compliance; prepare monthly state tax filings
• Prepare ad‑hoc financial reports and document accounting processes and procedures
• Manage new customer account setup process (including credit checks) and implement risk management initiatives

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and strong knowledge of GAAP
• Three to five years of relevant general ledger accounting experience
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, with advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, INDIRECT, INDEX, etc.)
• Successful collections experience
• Meaningful experience with multi‑state sales and use tax collection and returns
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• A CPA designation is preferred
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Experience with ERP or accounting software evaluation, selection, and implementation