Senior Staff Accountant

Senior Staff Accountant### Senior Staff Accountant Apply:
Etna, OH:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R-104210
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* Location:

** 13375 National Road SW, Etna, Ohio, 43068
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* Job Description:

**** Express Wash Concepts** (EWC), established in 2018, is the parent company of five award-winning express tunnel car wash brands:
Moo Moo Express Car Wash, Flying Ace Express Car Wash, Clean Express Auto Wash, Green Clean Express Auto Wash, and Bee Clean Express Car Wash.  Our swift, top-tier, eco-friendly car washes and unwavering focus on exceptional customer service have positioned us prominently in the United States and beyond. Additionally, our leading community relations initiatives proudly contribute hundreds of thousands of dollars annually through EWC CARES, our outreach programs, encompassing both monetary donations and complimentary car washes.

** Why Choose Express Wash Concepts?
** We're not just a car wash; we're a company committed to fast, eco-friendly services, exceptional customer care, and giving back to our communities, all while providing ample opportunities for personal and career growth. Join Express Wash Concepts in our mission to make a difference through the power of clean.  
** Discover the benefits of joining Express Wash Concepts
*** Competitive wages:
Enjoy a compensation package reflecting your skills and dedication.
* Discretionary year-end bonus:
Receive a year-end bonus based on exceptional performance.
* Unlimited Wash Club Membership:
Keep your vehicle looking its best.
* Paid vacation:
Take well-deserved breaks as outlined in our Employee Manual.
* Health care benefits:
Medical, Vision, Dental, Company-Paid Life, Disability, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Employee Assistance Program.
* HSA contribution: $1,000/year (with qualifying plan).
* Secure future: 401k with up to 4% company match.
* Educational reimbursement:
Up to $5,250 annually to support ongoing learning and development.
** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
** The Senior Staff Accountant is a key member of the Finance & Accounting team at Express Wash Concepts. This role plays an important part in the month-end close process and is also responsible for all fixed asset accounting and for utility accruals and usage analysis across our multi-location car wash operation. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, works independently, and enjoys turning data into insight for the business.
** Essential Functions
*** Month-End Close (Primary Responsibility)
** Execute and help drive the monthly close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial statement completion in accordance with US GAAP
* Prepare, analyze, and post journal entries, including accruals, reclassifications, and adjusting entries
* Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations; research and resolve reconciling items
* Perform variance analysis and prepare clear explanations of fluctuations to budget and prior periods
* Maintain close checklists and supporting documentation so that work is complete, reviewable, and audit-ready
* Fixed Assets
** Own all fixed asset accounts, including the fixed asset subledger, and reconcile the subledger to the general ledger each month
* Review capital additions and place new assets into service, setting up each asset with the correct classification, in-service date, useful life, and depreciation method
* Calculate and record depreciation, and analyze fixed asset activity and balances
* Process asset disposals and write-offs as necessary, including calculating and recording any gain or loss
* Prepare fixed asset roll forwards and supporting schedules for audit and management review
* Utility Accruals & Usage Analysis
** Prepare monthly utility accruals for water, gas, trash, and electric, and true up accruals to actual invoices
* Analyze utility usage and cost by location to identify outliers, such as unusual spikes, billing errors, or potential operational issues
* Investigate outliers, follow up with operations and vendors as needed, and communicate findings and recommended actions
* Additional Responsibilities
** Assist in the compilation of supporting documents and variance explanations for external audit requirements
* Identify areas of opportunity/weakness within business processes and recommend solutions for achieving optimal efficiency
* Build relationships with and support business partners across the organization to become a trusted advisor and help drive sound financial decisions
* Assist with special projects
** Required Education & Experience
*** Bachelor’s…