Senior Accountant/Accountant III

Job ID:  507822

United Companies, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees.  We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services.  We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.   

Position Overview
The Accountant III will prepare financial documents such as reconciliations, analyses, journal entries and various reports. Assists with monthly and annual general ledger closings, financial audits and taxes. Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by performing the following duties. Supports Op-Co accounting operations and assists Controller in tasks as required. 

Wage Ranges from $80k to $90k, dependent upon experience

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
•    Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.
•    Manages Royalty Accounting
•    Prepares statistical reports
•    Reconciles general ledger accounts with various registers and sub-ledgers.
•    Posts data and balances accounts and extracts general ledger information.  Verifies and posts details of business transactions, such as funds received and disbursed, and totals accounts to ledgers or computer spreadsheets and databases.         
•    Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.           
•    Compile and prepare various daily, weekly, or monthly reports as directed.
•    Assists employees, vendors, clients, or customers by answering questions related to accounts, procedures, and services.
•    Collects appropriate data and prepares federal, state, and local reports and tax documentation.  
•    Processing month end closing, inventory, and adjustments.
•    Assist in the compilation of cost information to be used in operating budget preparation.
•    Manage and P-Card program and Concur administration.
•    Prioritize multiple tasks and provide flexibility when requested to work on special projects.
•    Comply with Sarbanes-Oxley controls and provide documentation; when necessary
•    Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 

Education/Experience
•    High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
•    Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or five or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
•    Experience in a building materials/construction industry preferred.

Work Requirements
•    Must be 18 years in age or older. 
•    Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. 
•    Report to the office dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
•    Regular and consistent attendance and punctuality is required.
•    Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
•    Willingness to work independently within in a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required. 
•    Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and overtime when necessary.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements
•    Proficient in Microsoft suite of tools including Excel, Word and Outlook, and database software.  Must be able to utilize internet and communicate effectively.  
•    Effective verbal and written communication skills and an ability to work with management. 
•    Ability to cope well in stressful environments and communicate professionally.
•    Ability to summarize data from different sources into a concise format that can be easily expanded and communicated to support initiatives.
•    Ability to operate office equipment including, but not limited to: computers, copiers, ten-key adding machine, printers, fax machine, etc. 
•    Ability to analyze issues independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule
•    Ability to perform under deadline pressure.
•    Ability to read, comprehend, and write simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
•    Ability to perform basic mathematical skills such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication as well as the ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages.  
•    Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  
•    Ability to work independently without constant supervision.

Key Competencies
•    Accountability: Is continually focused on accepting responsibility for meeting commitments, achieving optimum results, and ownership for the outcomes from actions and decisions.
•    Adaptability: Personal willingness and ability to effectively work in, and adapt to changes in circumstances, tasks, responsibilities, people, environments, and conditions.
•    Communication: Clearly conveys and receives messages at an appropriate level and format.
•    Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and/or external customers.
•    Integrity:  Through words and actions, creates an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect.  Communicating and acting honestly and ethically.
•    Leadership: Motivates and inspires others through their words, actions, and commitment to the organization.
•    Teamwork: Works cooperatively and productively in groups and teams to create positive relationships which maximize performance results.
•    Safety and Security:  Observes safety and security procedures.
•    Strategic Thinking: Takes a broad scale, long term view, assessing options and implications required to develop and achieve goals of the organization to move it forward.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
•    Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, talk, hear and lift and/or move up to 10 lbs.
•    Regularly required to sit and use hands and fingers to manipulate/handle objects.
•    Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch, lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
•    Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person.
•    Able to utilize office equipment including a computer for word processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
•    May require sitting for extended periods of time.

Work Environment
•    The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
•    The environment is typical of an office setting.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

United Companies, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link. 

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000