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Since 1928, Asplundh Tree Expert has been dedicated to safe, efficient and innovative line clearance services to the utility industry. Reliable, uninterrupted power is an important service provided by the world's electrical utilities and Asplundh has the expertise to help keep the power flowing. Diversification over the years has opened up vegetation management services to other specialized markets such as municipalities, railroads, pipelines, and departments of transportation.Asplundh Tree Expert promotes an environment of compassion, empowerment, transparency, inclusion and respect. We expect active, constructive employee engagement for the betterment of the team, and the company commits to continual employee development. Asplundh is a company built and run by family. That is why family values are at the core of everything we do. From the “Safety First” mentality that ensures our teams get home safe, to providing the benefits needed to keep our loved ones protected. Join the family and experience the stability and satisfaction of a career with Asplundh.Position Title: Senior AccountantPosition Summary:The Senior Accountant provides financial support by ensuring proper accounting for the overheads and fixed assets by resolving discrepancies according to established policies and procedures in an efficient, timely and accurate manner. They are responsible for researching and resolving overheads and fixed assets discrepancies, maintaining the fixed assets management system, and preparing accounting reports. The position reports directly to the Manager of Overheads and Fixed Assets.Principal Responsibilities:
Utilizes an asset management system to analyze, classify, and verify all fixed assets using established accounting principles, policies, and procedures.
Prepares special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing accounting information and trends. Complete monthly and year-end fixed asset roll forward. Books fixed asset related journal entries as needed.
Documents financial transactions by entering account information and uses relevant information to build and present complex financial reports and records.
Performs reconciliation of detailed fixed asset schedules with balance sheet accounts ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Supports and assists year-end accounting audits while partnering with external auditors to assemble relevant reports and documentation.
Supports and assists managers/supervisors and performs other duties as assigned. Fields and answers questions about fixed asset accounting.
Carefully follows established policy framework to resolve problems.
Education & Experience Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is required.
3-5 years of accounting experience with basic knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory standards and compliance requirements
Must have basic computer skills, with demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, vlookups, formulas, etc. and intermediate skills in word-processing required.
Experience with PeopleSoft Financial is a plus.
Must have good math aptitude, with the ability to sort, check, count, and verify numbers.
Skills & Abilities Qualifications:
Excellent customer service and professional interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively listen, write, proof-read, and follow-up with all levels of internal and external customers.
Ability to demonstrate common sense, sound judgement and analytical skills with minimum direction to resolve problems or discrepancies within the essential job functions.
Willingness to work both independently and as an effective team member with a diverse group of people.
High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and decision-making ability with the capacity to effectively perform in a fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented with excellent time-management, prioritization and organizational skill.
Physical Requirements:Rarely: Crawling, climbing on/off truck, climbing poles, gripping, color vision, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, balancing, lifting up to 50lbs.Occasionally: Kneeling, squatting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, reaching, range of motion, lifting, carrying, lifting over 10lbs to 50lbs.Frequently: Standing, walking, stooping, climbing stairs.Continuously: Sitting, body twisting, speaking clearly, seeing distant, seeing, reading, hearing – speech range, depth perception, lifting up to 10lbs.Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation should contact the ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 1339.An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and vets.Rarely = less than 10%Occasionally = up to 33%Frequently = up to 66%Continuously = 67% to 100%
