Senior Staff Accountant - Lutz, FL at Preferred Materials in Lutz, Florida

Job Description:

 

Job ID:  315604

Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of construction materials, and construction/paving services in the United States.  Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, the Preferred Materials Region has facilities throughout the State of Florida, as well as Coastal Georgia and South Carolina.  Companies within the Preferred Region are leading providers of ready mix concrete, concrete block, aggregate materials, hot mix and warm mix asphalt, as well as design-build and conventional-bid-build solutions for roadway and civil construction projects.  Preferred is committed to being a great place to work, and to attracting and retaining exceptional employees.  We promote a strong safety culture, and have dedicated professionals who are focused on their own safety and the safety of their co-workers.

Summary & Job Scope:

This position is responsible for the support of our month-end close process as well as additional accounting processes that support all business units within the organization.

Essential Duties:

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  Asist in month-end close with the preparation of journal entries, accrual entries, and accounting schedules in support of adjustments

  
  


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  Prepare monthly reconciliations for general ledger balance sheet accounts to include but not limited to: Accrued Payroll & Withholdings, Clearing Accounts, Prepaid Expenses, etc.

  
  


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  Assist with the posting and review of various items as it relates to our intercompany transactions (primarily during ME Close) to include reconciliation and tying out with various companies within our Division

  
  


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  Investigate and work to resolve unusual items and discrepancies in general ledger and sub-ledger accounts

  
  


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  Perform P&L Flux Analyses as well as investigate and explain unusual M-T-M variances

  
  


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  Act as support for our Ready-Mix line of business by performing analytics, research, or other tasks as requested

  
  


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  Prepare data entry and account schedules that support the semi-annual IFRS package submissions

  
  


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  Prepare monthly/annual sales tax returns for the states of Florida & California

  
  


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  Responsible for review and research for any FL Dept of Revenue/CA Dept of Revenue notices, and coordinate with management regarding a resolution

  
  


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  Maintain the property tax accrual schedule for the company’s various plant and office locations

  
  


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  Responsible for review and research of various PPT/RE notices received being sure to follow up with local authorities and coordinating with management regarding a resolution

  
  


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  Assist with the compilation of documentation and requests for both internal and external audits

  
  


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  Develop and document business processes and accounting policies regarding standard and common procedures to ensure SOX compliance

  
  


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  Work with the SOX Compliance Coordinator to assist in the preparation of EUC documents to include testing EUC Files and maintaining the EUC PCW

  
  


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  Assist the SOX Compliance Coordinator with annual SOX document updates

  
  


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  Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information

  
  

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  Participate in various special projects as required to assist the department and the company in achieving its goals and objectives

  
  

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or Associate’s Degree and 10+ years’ work experience

Qualifications:

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  5+ years’ General Ledger Accounting Experience

  
  


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  Experience with large ERP systems is a plus

  
  


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  Ability to work in a fast paced constantly changing environment

  
  


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  Possess complex problem-solving skills with a research-focused, analytical mindset

  
  


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  Open and adaptable to change and willing to learn new skills

  
  


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  Positive, upbeat, friendly attitude and mindset

  
  


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  Possess excellent organizational skills, aptitude to focus on tasks until complete, and ability to prioritize to meet deadlines

  
  


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  Capacity to follow up on pending issues

  
  


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  Dedication to accuracy and attention to detail

  
  


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  Knowledge and ability to place a high emphasis on controls surrounding financial reporting as it pertains to GAAP and Sarbanes Oxley guidelines

  
  

What CRH Americas Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion


• Highly competitive base pay


• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs


• Group retirement savings program


• Health and wellness programs

About CRH Americas

CRH Americas has a long and proud heritage as one of North America’s largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the CRH Americas family. CRH Americas operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

CRH Americas is a great place to grow! If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Please complete your online application and profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Thank you for your interest in the CRH Americas family!

Preferred Materials, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

 EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link. 

 

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