At Gillespie & Powers, we aren't just a company - we're a tight-knit, family-owned business united by a common drive for success and growth. With a legacy of over 80 years in our industry, we've maintained our status as a trusted leader while continually expanding our presence and influence. Our unwavering dedication to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction has always been the bedrock of our achievements.

Currently, we are in search of an exceptional and driven Accountant to join our dynamic team. As an Accountant at Gillespie & Powers, you'll play a pivotal role in advancing our company's mission and leading our team to greater achievements. If you're on the lookout for a thrilling and challenging opportunity where your skills and experience can have a profound impact, then this role is the ideal fit for you.

We look forward to receiving your application and answering any questions you have about this position!

  • Company Paid Medical for Family
  • Dental
  • Company Paid Vision for Employee
  • Company Paid Long Term Disability
  • Company Paid Short Term Disability
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • 401K
  • Profit Sharing

Job Summary

The Accountant / Analyst will hold various responsibilities such as recording journal entries and reconciling various general ledger accounts. The successful candidate will have a positive attitude, be a self-starter, and have an eye for detail, combined with the desire to improve results of the position through process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare journal entries and accruals including intercompany shared services and lease accounting
  • Reconcile expense and balance sheet general ledger accounts.
  • Perform monthly bank statement
  • Maintain fixed and intangible asset
  • Assist with annual audits and bank compliance reporting.
  • Perform ad hoc analysis and reporting, including KPI's.
  • Assist in implementing new technologies and enhancing existing
  • Assist with accounting for International Entity.
  • Special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving
  • Must be highly organized and detail oriented.
  • Skilled in adapting to, and collaborating with, individuals across different organizational
  • Proficient in multitasking and adapting to frequently changing priorities while meeting deadlines.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive information.

Education And/or Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or 2 to 5 years'
  • Construction and/or international accounting experience a plus
  • Technical knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Experience working with ERP systems; Acumatica experience a plus
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Suite; specifically, Word, and Excel

Other

  • Overtime or weekend hours can occur during training, special projects, or peak periods like year-end

Gillespie & Powers, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an

inclusive environment for all employees.

Gillespie & Powers, Inc. is committed to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment. As such, all employees are required to comply with safety and health policies and procedures, and COVID-19 protocols, as applicable.

Gillespie & Powers, Inc. reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by the employee holding this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.
  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Accounting/Auditing and Finance
  • Industries

    Industrial Automation

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