Bookkeeper - Client Opportunity

SEK is partnering with our client, Strathmeyer Landscape in Dover, PA, in their search for an experienced Bookkeeper. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team at a leading full-service commercial landscape contractor in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Are you analytical with a passion for numbers? Do you love accounting? If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding position that lets you use your talents to support the office, while showcasing your meticulous attention to detail, knack for numbers, and friendly demeanor, then this job is for you. While you focus on preparing and processing key financial data, we will provide you with your own office in a casual, relaxed, and flexible work environment that supports your work-life balance. In addition, you will have the opportunity to train and learn from the current accountant as they transition into retirement allowing you to grow and advance with the company.

When you begin work with the company, you will be offered a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to meet your health, retirement, and personal needs including a 401K plan, group health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.

As the Bookkeeper, you will work directly with the President and be responsible for managing the full cycle of accounting duties and providing timely financial insights to support operations.  You will have an ongoing direct impact on growth and play a crucial role in maintaining the financial success of the company.

Key duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Responsible for comprehensive financial reporting include timely and accurate preparation of monthly P&L statement and Balance Sheet.
• Complete general ledger entries and support the month end financial close process.
• Monitor and report on cash flow, ensuring sufficient funds are available for operations.
• Review, analyze, and report on financial performance versus budget, forecasts, and other company goals.
• Prepare forecasts and support yearly budget development.
• Oversee accounts payable and review expenditures.
• Ensure purchase order process is being utilized correctly and all purchases are accurately completed within budget and with necessary approvals.
• Analyze and report on accounts receivable, assist with collections on past due accounts, and prepare adjustments, voids, and write-offs in a timely manner.
• Ensure monthly billing is accurate including AIA, installments, and extra billings. Assist as needed with contract compliance.
• Process weekly payroll for internal job costing and upload information into Paychex for team member payment.
• Review, analyze and report on all payroll accounts. Perform audits as necessary.
• Provide year end information to CPA for preparation of tax returns and financial statements.
• Oversee PA DOT, Department of Agriculture, and other industry related certifications or requirements.
• Support team on estimating and production planning, asset management, and IT related issues.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Associate’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive general accounting experience including A/R, A/P, G/L, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Service industry experience required. Greens industry experience a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting practices and principles.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Team oriented, efficient, and proactive with solving problems.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial data.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to apply discretion and trust with confidential data.
• Computer literacy required including proficiency with MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.