Insero Talent Solutions is recruiting a Staff Accountant for a growing commercial security company in Rochester, NY.

As a Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for financial transactions, reporting, and analysis. You will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate financial records, compliance with accounting standards, and providing valuable financial insights to support decision-making processes. This position typically reports to the President/CEO and is an in-office position.



1. General Accounting : Handle day-to-day accounting activities, such as journal entries, set up job estimates in QBs for projects, reconciliations, and maintaining the general ledger, to ensure accurate and up-to-date financial records.
2. Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable : Create AIA billings. Process service and job billings, job costing, receive payments, make bank deposits, open mail, collections.
3. Assist with budgeting and forecasting : Collaborate with the finance team to develop annual budgets and participate in the forecasting process to monitor financial performance and make recommendations for improvements.
4. Financial Reporting : Prepare and analyze financial statements, including income statements and balance sheets, to provide timely and accurate financial information to management.
5. Cost Analysis : Conduct cost analysis and variance reporting for projects to assess profitability and identify areas for cost optimization. Prepares Cost >Billing /Billing >Cost reporting for WIP entries.
6. Compliance and Audit : Ensure adherence to accounting principles, company policies, and relevant regulations. Assist with internal and external audits as necessary.
7. Process Improvement : Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, enhance efficiency, and maintain a strong internal control environment.
8. Ad hoc Projects : Participate in special projects and initiatives related to financial planning, process improvement, or strategic initiatives, as assigned by management.



WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO APPLY

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
• 2 years of relevant accounting experience (construction or a related trade industry)
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations (e.g., GAAP).
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks)
• Knowledge of ConnectWise software preferred but not required.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of commercial electronic security systems and services is a plus but not required.