Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager

Location: St. Louis

Job Description

Why is This a Great Opportunity?

• One of the fastest-growing companies in St. Louis with exceptional momentum following a recent $400M+ transaction.

• Nationally recognized organization serving premier Fortune 500 clients

• Direct mentorship from an experienced VP of Finance and exposure to senior leadership.

• Diverse accounting scope spanning financial reporting, month-end close, project accounting, and operational finance.

• High-visibility environment where strong performers can quickly expand their responsibilities.

• Stable leadership team and culture that values tenure and employee development.
Strong long-term growth potential as the company continues its rapid expansion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed asset activity, and other month-end adjustments

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances to ensure accurate financial reporting

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes

• Prepare financial reports, schedules, and supporting analysis for management

• Perform bank reconciliations and support cash management activities

• Assist with budget-to-actual analysis and ad hoc reporting requests

• Support internal and external audit processes

• Partner with operational teams to resolve accounting issues and improve processes

• Assist with accounts payable support and expense management activities as needed

• Help maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

• 2-5 years of progressive accounting experience

• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end close

• Experience preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting schedules

• Prior accounting experience within the construction or specialty contractor industry, or public accounting experience serving construction/specialty contractor clients, is required

• Experience working in project-based accounting environments preferred

• Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail

• CPA or progress toward CPA is a plus

• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

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