Insero Talent Solutions has partnered with a privately-owned and rapidly growing electrical contractor in Rochester, NY to recruit a Senior Accountant.

Position Summary:

The Senior Accountant reports to the Controller and assists with the accounting functions for the company, including reconciliations, A/P & A/R, journal entries, general ledger, and assisting with preparation for the month-end close.

Responsibilities:

• Reconciling bank, credit card, general ledger accounts.
• Entering and posting vendor invoices and payments, purchase orders, customer billing and payments.
• Entering and posting job related and A/R transactions.
• Vendor and customer billing and/or payment disputes and vendor record maintenance.
• Assisting with preparing and posting journal entries.
• Participating and assisting with month-end closing process.
• Generating various reports, including ad hoc requests, compiling data, and ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Following up with Project Managers to approve invoices in a timely manner.
• Confirming monthly insurance, utility, and service invoices are entered correctly.
• Monitoring open purchase orders in system, weekly and bi-weekly.
• Provide backup as needed in the accounting department.
• Documenting processes requested by Controller.
• Supporting additional projects by Controller.

Requirements:

• Associates in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, Bachelors degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably within a construction accounting experience.
• Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, and self-motivated.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and accounting software.
• Strong financial accounting knowledge and ability to understand and adhere to GAAP.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.