Accounting Specialist

Nviro delivers integrated water and wastewater treatment solutions that support a sustainable future. We simplify complex systems through a full-service approach: design, construction, operations, maintenance, compliance, and technology. With in-house manufacturing capabilities, we engineer high-performance equipment tailored to the needs of both industrial facilities and municipalities. Our mission is to leave systems better for our clients, our communities, and the environment.

The Accounting Specialist plays a pivotal role in keeping Nviro’s financial operations running smoothly across a diverse, multi-division business that includes manufacturing, systems integration, construction, and plant operations and maintenance. Acting as the foundation of day-to-day accounting execution, this role drives transactional accuracy, job cost integrity, and close-cycle support. As Nviro continues to grow, the Accounting Specialist contributes to broader business operations as needed while maintaining clear ownership of core accounting responsibilities.

Accounting Operations

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions in Quick Books Online
• Maintain general ledger accuracy in accordance with GAAP and company policies
• Identify and resolve transaction discrepancies and data issues

Job Cost & Project Accounting

• Record labor, materials, subcontract, inventory, and overhead costs to projects
• Maintain accurate project cost data and support project setup and closeout
• Partner with project teams to resolve job cost and coding questions
• Support Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting through accurate underlying data, partnering with the designated Project Manager to accurately estimate project completion percentages

Inventory & Cost Support

• Record inventory transactions and maintain supporting schedules
• Assist with inventory reconciliations, pricing, and physical counts

Month-End Close & Reporting Support

• Prepare routine journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Maintain organized documentation to support audits and financial reviews

Billing, Payroll, & Business Operations Support

• Prepare and issue customer invoices, apply payments, and assist with collections follow-up
• Review timekeeping data and support payroll reconciliations and reporting
• Process benefits invoices and maintain employee benefit premium contributions and payroll deductions, ensuring accurate and complete documentation
• Compile and maintain documentation for recurring business operations, including workers’ compensation audits, bank-requested materials, and insurance renewals
• Support employee onboarding and offboarding from a systems and payroll perspective
• Provide front-office coordination as needed, such as office telephone routing, parcel delivery notifications, and greeting visitors

Data Integrity & Process Improvement

• Ensure consistency and accuracy across accounting systems and spreadsheets
• Follow internal controls and documentation standards
• Assist with process improvements and system enhancements

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Proven accounting or business operations experience, preferably in a small to mid-sized business environment
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience using accounting and project or job cost software such as Quick Books Online, Trimble, or similar systems
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office suite
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial record-keeping and reporting
• Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and support accurate reporting
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a dynamic environment
• Professional judgment and discretion when handling confidential financial and employee information
• Clear, professional communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• This position is based in our San Luis Obispo office and designed for regular, full-time on-site collaboration during standard business hours

Our Values in Practice

At Nviro, our values guide how we work.

• Grit — We take ownership of complex problems and see them through
• Impact — We focus on work that matters and delivers meaningful results
• Judgment — We make thoughtful, well-informed decisions grounded in facts and context
• Service — We deliver quality work through responsiveness, care, and professionalism

To be successful in this role, you bring a practical, solutions-oriented mindset, sound judgment, curiosity to keep learning, and pride in delivering high-quality work.

Compensation

The anticipated compensation range for this role is $33 – $39 an hour, depending on experience and qualifications.