- Salary
- $55k – $70k/yr
- Location
- HQ
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Finance
- Seniority
- Senior
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor
Description
Staff Accountant
Department: Corporate
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: HQ
Reporting To: Valerie Miller
Compensation: $55,000 - $70,000 / year
Description
About us:
Founded in 2007, In Charge Electrical Services is a growing residential electrical contractor with a strong presence across Texas, Florida, Arizona, and South Carolina. We take pride in delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality electrical services to homebuilders across our markets. Our corporate team in Austin, TX supports operations across all locations and plays an important role in helping the company scale responsibly. We are a company that invests in our people and values professionalism, accountability, and a strong work ethic.
In Charge Electrical Services is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team in Austin, TX. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, this is a junior-level accounting role focused on the day-to-day accuracy of the company's financial records. The ideal candidate has solid foundational accounting skills, a working knowledge of US GAAP, and the discipline to thrive in a full-time, fast-paced, in-office environment. The keys to success in this role are a strong work ethic, willingness to learn every day, solid written and verbal communication skills, ability to critically think, and an ownership and accountability mentality. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional looking to build their career in a multi-state, high-growth service business.
Founded in 2007, In Charge Electrical Services is a growing residential electrical contractor with a strong presence across Texas, Florida, Arizona, and South Carolina. We take pride in delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality electrical services to homebuilders across our markets. Our corporate team in Austin, TX supports operations across all locations and plays an important role in helping the company scale responsibly. We are a company that invests in our people and values professionalism, accountability, and a strong work ethic.
In Charge Electrical Services is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team in Austin, TX. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, this is a junior-level accounting role focused on the day-to-day accuracy of the company's financial records. The ideal candidate has solid foundational accounting skills, a working knowledge of US GAAP, and the discipline to thrive in a full-time, fast-paced, in-office environment. The keys to success in this role are a strong work ethic, willingness to learn every day, solid written and verbal communication skills, ability to critically think, and an ownership and accountability mentality. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional looking to build their career in a multi-state, high-growth service business.
Key Responsibilities
General Ledger & Journal Entries
- Prepare, review, and post journal entries accurately and in accordance with US GAAP
- Maintain supporting documentation for all entries to ensure a clean and audit-ready general ledger
- Assist with recurring and month-end accrual entries
Account Reconciliations
- Perform monthly reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts including cash, prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, and intercompany accounts
- Identify, investigate, and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner
- Escalate unresolved discrepancies to the Controller with appropriate documentation
Fixed Assets and Inventory
- Maintain fixed asset schedules and asset details across multiple subsidiaries.
- Work with the fleet manager to ensure all transactions are accounted for.
- Assist with inventory adjustments and identify and work with branches to resolve inventory discrepancies
Month-End & Year-End Close
- Support the monthly close process by completing assigned tasks within established deadlines
- Assist the Controller in preparing close schedules and tracking the status of outstanding items
- Support year-end close and assist in preparing schedules for the external audit and tax preparation
Financial Reporting & Other Duties
- Assist in the preparation of internal financial reports and supporting schedules
- Generate, analyze and distribute internal reports on a weekly and monthly basis
- Maintain organized accounting files and records consistent with company policy
- Support special projects and ad hoc financial analyses as directed by the Controller or CFO
- Act as a point of support for our operations, HR, and branch staff across multiple states as needed
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on accounting experience
- Intermediate understanding of US GAAP, including accruals, fixed assets, and balance sheet management
- Demonstrated ability to prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations independently
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data organization)
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work on-site full-time at our Austin, TX corporate office (northwest side of town).
Preferred
- Experience with Oracle NetSuite (ERP)
- Prior experience in a service-based or multi-location business environment
- Familiarity with multi-state accounting operations
Compensation and Benefits
In Charge Electrical Services offers a straightforward and competitive compensation package:
- Base Salary: $55,000 – $70,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
- Medical Benefits: Company-sponsored medical insurance, plus dental and vision options
- Retirement: 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid Time Off: 5 days of PTO in your first year, plus 9 paid company holidays
- Additional Benefits: Ancillary benefit options available
- Work Environment: Stable, in-office team environment with direct access to senior leadership
Skills
OracleExcelNetSuiteGAAPERP
