Staff Accountant

JOB PURPOSE The Staff Accountant is responsible for the timely and accurate execution of various monthly close processes as well as the day to day accounting functions of the business. The Staff Accountant assists the Senior Accountant and Management as required with all company accounting functions to meet all reporting requirements, support operations, and meet set deadlines. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Perform full month end closing procedures with Senior Accountant including various entries, analysis, reconciliations and reporting as well as coordination of preclosing procedures with Finance Team and Management Prepare and record journal entries with supporting spreadsheet analyses, including but not limited to prepaids, accruals, depreciation, intercompany transactions, and adjusting entries. Prepare full balance sheet reconciliations with supporting backup and GL variance research and resolution. Record monthly and quarterly sales tax filings for multiple states, working with Tax Consultant as needed. Determine general ledger invoice coding for AP invoices and other transactions and prepare supporting backup. Review financial activity with Senior Accountant and Management with the ability to interpret and explain results, including variance analysis and research. Perform cash reconciliation, update and verify daily activity. Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports and assist with ad hoc reporting requests. Other projects and reporting as requested including process improvement and documentation. Assist in all company audits, including but not limited to sales tax and year end and client reviews and inquiries. REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience High Integrity and work ethic are critical. Bachelor degree in Accounting. Internship or GL accounting experience preferred. Previous experience in construction, job costing or service provider accounting a plus. Previous experience with web-based software specifically the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Job Cost. Knowledge of Contracts and Billing modules a plus but not required. CMiC experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to prioritize work to meet set deadlines. Ability to analyze and research data and resolve discrepancies. Ability to seek out information and resolve issues. Comfortable working autonomously but within a team. Professional demeanor and strong communications skills. Ability to use shared workflow technology (Microsoft Office, SharePoint and iCloud) ABOUT CBES City Building Engineering Services (CBES) is a leading integrated professional services firm supporting technical requirements and sustainable solutions for the retail and related industries. Utilizing our vast array of in-house resources, CBES experts tackle the most challenging projects from inception to completion, including project design, engineering, construction and commissioning. Our integrated team provides unique value serving our clients and our climate. WHY SHOULD YOU WORK AT CBES? CBES is part of a global network of leading professional services, infrastructure management, and data-driven sustainability solutions firms for starters. We offer a generous benefits package that includes 28 days of PTO along with a 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match. We don’t just hire anyone at CBES; we’re looking for team members with a deep sense of responsibility, an ability to collaborate, a desire to learn and grow, a willingness to always lend a helping hand. When you join CBES, you’re committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you too – helping you embark on a career with purpose! Whether through our world-classes training or our Leadership Development framework – CBES cares passionately about the people we hire and ensures that growth is always on the horizon. Wondering if this is the place for you to take the next step in your career? If you put clients first, care passionately about what you do and are committed to working on a team that respects each other, this is the place for you! So, if you’re ready to get started, let’s go! CBES is An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in effect that is strictly adhered to. Leaders in grocery and retail integrated facilities management, building and engineering and sustainability, City US provides a full suite of end-to-end, industry-disruptive services to trusted partners across the nation. Firmly rooted in transparency, trust and collaboration for nearly 40 years, we work side-by-side with partners and team members who share our same values and determination for making a difference in our communities. Our expertise includes maintenance, engineering, sustainability, technical procurement and support, and cleaning & ancillary services – across the City FM and CBES portfolios. City is part of a global network of leading facilities management, professional services, and data-driven sustainability solutions, for starters. Also, we offer a generous benefits package that includes 28 days of PTO along with a 401(k) match with immediate vesting and company match.  We don’t just hire anyone at City; we’re looking for loyal team members with a deep sense of responsibility and a thirst for constant learning and growth with a willingness to always lend a helping hand.   When you join City, you’re committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you too – helping you embark on a career with purpose! Whether through our world-class training programs, over 1,500 e-learning classes through City University or Leadership Development framework – City cares passionately about the people we hire and ensures that growth is always on the horizon.  Wondering if your values align with ours? If you put clients first, care passionately about what you do and are committed to working on a team that respects each other, you will fit right in! So, if you’re ready to get started, we’re ready for you.  City is An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in effect that is strictly adhered to. Visit our culture pages