Staff Accountant

• per year Pay is commensurate with experience.
• Full Time
• U.S. Water offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long term disability, paid time off, holiday pay and 401k with Company match

U.S. Water Services Corporation is a premier water and wastewater utility operations and maintenance company. Dedicated to environmental compliance, operational reliability, and community health, we provide full-service utility solutions across our regional operations. We foster a collaborative work environment focused on accuracy, accountability, and supporting our growing infrastructure.

Company: U.S. Water Services Corporation

Location:

New Port Richey, FL (On-site, Hybrid or Remote available)

Job Type: Full-Time

Department:
Accounting & Finance

We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Staff Accountant to join our accounting and finance team. In this role, you will support day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close processes, account reconciliations, and general ledger management while working closely with accounting leadership.

• General Ledger & Month-End Close:
  Assist with month-end and year-end close cycles, preparing standard journal entries, accruals, and supporting work papers.
• Account Reconciliations:
  Perform regular bank, balance sheet, intercompany, and subledger reconciliations; research and resolve variances in a timely manner.
• Financial Operations:
  Support accounts payable, billing, and asset tracking processes to ensure subledger accuracy.
• Reporting & Analysis:
  Prepare financial datasets, preliminary trial balances, and supporting schedules for variance analysis.
• Process Improvement:
  Assist in identifying opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and enhance data accuracy.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Experience:
  
  1–3 years of core corporate accounting experience.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
• Proficiency in enterprise accounting software/ERP systems (experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a plus).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (lookup formulas, pivot tables, and data reconciliations).
• Core Competencies:
  
  Solid understanding of GAAP, high attention to detail, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to meet deadlines during close cycles.

Our hiring process is a multi-step process designed to evaluate both technical qualifications and overall team fit. Qualified candidates will be contacted to participate in initial screening and interview stages.

U.S. Water Services Corporation offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Company Holidays (6 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday)
• Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance

US Water offers competitive wages and benefits and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.