Job description

Carlson Environmental Consultants, PC is an environmental engineering and construction firm. We are seeking an entry Level Staff Accountant. This position is based out of the Monroe, NC office.  We seek individuals who are highly motivated, productive and who strive to achieve the highest quality results in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. Candidates will report directly to the Controller. The ideal candidate needs to have an accounting degree or 2-3 years accounting experience with an emphasis on cost accounting.  

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Working knowledge of GAAP.
• Assists with the preparation of period-end closings, including long and short-term financial statements.
• Obtains supplementary information for preparing financial statements.
• Assembles, prepares, and communicates financial information to all company departments (corporate, managerial, regional, et cetera) as-needed.
• Records account transactions and reconciliations for cash, credit card, prepaid expenses, et cetera.
• Proficient in spreadsheet software (Excel) and Word. Familiarity with Excel formulas and pivot table functions preferred.
• Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.  Works closely with other functional groups to obtain satisfactory answers regarding financial transactions.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent

Special Skills:

• Must be able to use Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe very proficiently.
• Must be able to use formulas and pivot tables within Excel. 
• Experience with Job Cost Accounting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Must be consistently accurate, dependable, and be able to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to work as a team member and build relationships with management, staff, and vendors.
• Reliable transportation is an absolute MUST for this position. Working hours for this position is Monday through Friday 8AM to 5PM. This position may require overtime.
• Candidates must have a high school degree with 2-3 years’ experience, but a four-year degree in Accounting with experience is preferred.
• Experience in a professional business office setting is required.

Salary is negotiable upon education and experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health Savings Account 
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance