Job Description
Summary
Responsible for performing general accounting tasks and providing support to the finance team, ensuring accurate financial records, timely reporting, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards; entry-level role is designed for individuals beginning their accounting career and provides exposure to various accounting functions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Prepare journal entries and assist with general ledger maintenance.
- Reconcile bank statements, vendor accounts, and intercompany transactions.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Support preparation of financial statements and internal reports.
- Maintain accurate and organized accounting records and documentation.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting standards.
- Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding financial transactions and account balances.
- Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation as needed.
- Support ad-hoc accounting projects and special assignments as directed.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred and 0–2 years of accounting experience, internship experience acceptable; basic understanding of accounting principles, standards (GAAP), and practices.
Computer Skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, or ERP systems), Dynamics 365, preferred.
Physical Demands
Primarily office-based; able to sit at computer for extended periods; ability to use standard office equipment (computers, printers, scanners); sit, stand, walk, talk; occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!
We are experts in design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of all types of fire protection systems in virtually all commercial markets for each stage of a buildings life cycle. Headquartered in Duluth, GA, Century Fire has more than 20 offices across seven states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.
Benefits
We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer comprehensive benefits, education, and training to ensure employees succeed and grow. Benefits include:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary Life Insurance
Short-term & Long-term Disability
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
401(K) with Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Relief Fund
Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident
Century Fire Protection is a GREAT place to work! Come and GROW WITH US!