Senior Financial Specialist

Founded in 1984, Firetrol is the national leader in fire protection & life safety services. We are currently seeking a Senior Financial Specialist to join our team. Under the direction of the VP Controller, works as a member of the Financial Team, performing accounting duties along with financial analysis of data in accordance with established procedures.

* Perform various monthly closing processes

* Reconciling general ledger accounts

* Perform all aspects of the accounting process

* Help to facilitate annual external audit

* Oversee Sales and Use tax compliance and audits.

* Aid in monthly preparation of Work In Process reports (POC's)

* Review and validate monthly financial reports.

* Prepare analytical reports.

* Preparation/supervision of Sales Incentive reporting.

* Request/verify/upload Contract Job set-up information including Tax Forms.

* Respond to internal and external documentation requests.

* Manage document control on internal projects/assignments that support continuous improvement efforts and department/company goals.

* Assist with the payroll process

* Prepare/validate/submit certified payroll

* Perform other duties as assigned.

* Great Plains Accounting software experience - required

* Bachelor's degree required

* Masters degree a plus

* CPA is a plus.

* Public Accounting experience is a plus (Big 4 additional plus).

* Supervisory experience is a plus.

* Knowledge of Sales and Use tax requirements.

* Construction Accounting knowledge/experience required

* Payroll experience is a plus

* Excellent organizational skills.

* Attention to detail - a must.

* Excellent computer skills including Excel / Word.

* Able to work as a team member with excellent interpersonal skills.

* Ability to manage time and resources to ensure work is completed efficiently and within established timeframes

* Strong analytical as well as verbal and written communication skills

* Must be detail oriented

Firetrol offers competitive wages and top-of-the-line benefits that include health, dental vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, generous paid time off practice and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting. Additionally, sponsors training and education opportunities. Finally, Firetrol offers career growth opportunities, not just a job.