Accounting Analyst | Hybrid | $75k | Nashville

Accounting Analyst
High-end residential landscape service business is looking for an Accounting Analyst to support the financial operations of the business and be a key member of the corporate accounting team.  This position is a great opportunity for an experienced, reliable, and analytical, professional to join a growth-oriented and acquisitive platform. 
Primary Responsibilities
This ideal candidate will possess technical and analytical skills and be a reliable and dedicated team player who has strong communication skills. They have a fun team who works well together and are looking for someone to be a part of their culture, while providing strong accounting fundamentals.

• Responsible for weekly cash reconciliations, identifying discrepancies, understanding the root cause, and working collaboratively to resolve open items
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies as needed
• Maintain an accurate accounting ledger by posting journal entries in accordance with GAAP accrual accounting standards and understanding the P&L and Balance Sheet impact
• Manage the credit card reconciliation and reporting process by holding brands accountable to deadlines and ensuring proper support for balances
• Identify and drive process improvements and efficiencies throughout the close process
• Be a leader amongst the team in providing support for various audits
• Perform testing on system upgrades and a future ERP integration
• Manage forward momentum of projects alongside day-to-day responsibilities
• Develop strong relationships with the accounting team and brand accounting leads
• Be an active participant in training sessions and meetings

Desired Competencies
Technical Accounting: Strong understanding of GAAP, reconciling general ledgers, preparing financial statements, and variance analysis. Understands the impact of journal entries on the financial statements and has experience with the P&L and Balance Sheet.
Attention to Detail: Has an eye for identifying errors, inconsistencies, or anomalies and embodies the drive to understand the root cause and develop a solution. Experienced in reconciling balance sheet accounts, understanding variances, and correcting reconciling items.
Technology Proficiency: Advanced skills in excel (vlookups, pivot tables, imbedded formulas) and proficient in Quickbooks, among other more advanced ERPs.
Communication & Teamwork: Strong ability to work with cross-functional and remote teams. Acts as a team player who contributes to a positive workplace culture, supports colleagues, and encourages open communication.
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting
• Experience in multi-location entities and remote working relationships
• Advanced level Microsoft Office suite skills, primarily Outlook and Excel (vlookups, pivot tables)
• Quickbooks experience, as well as more sophisticated ERPs
• Experience in landscaping, construction, manufacturing, or comparable service businesses is advantageous

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