Staff Accountant

Position Summary

Paul Davis Restoration, Inc. is a national franchise organization that provides property damage emergency services, restoration and reconstruction services for residential and commercial properties due to water, fire, mold, storm and other disasters. The Paul Davis Network is made up of more than 320 franchises across the US and Canada. Since 1966, we have helped more than 2 million property owners restore their properties and lives. Paul Davis Restoration, Inc. is owned by FirstService Corporation, a global leader in the rapidly growing real estate services sector. [More information about Paul Davis can be found at www.PaulDavis.com]. In our business, training of local marketing professionals is critical to the continued success of the Network.

This Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for preparing, keying and posting journal entries, reviewing/reconciling general ledger accounts to supporting documentation, assisting in the preparation of financial statements; including but not limited to balance sheets and income statements. This role will also assist with yearly audits.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Complete reconciliations of General Ledger Accounts; including Prepaid, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Fixed Assets
Complete bank reconciliations
Record and post journal entries
Process cash receipts and manage electronic payments
Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and monthly financial packages
Prepare ad hoc financial reporting requests and other analyses and special projects requested by management
Assist with financial and SOX audits
Maintain monthly schedules used in the preparation and completion of the month-end closing process
Perform duties in compliance with GAAP, company policies and procedures
Complete insurance program payments for franchisees
Complete processing of audit payments to franchisees
Other duties as assigned

Competency Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, One Drive, Share Point)
Knowledge of accounting fundamentals
Knowledge of financial statements
Knowledge of finance- related systems
Knowledge of ADP or similar payroll agent
Excellent Communication skills (written and oral)
Math skills
Analytical and Problem-Solving skills
Stress Management and Composure skills
Ability to learn and operate our primary finance-related systems; Sage, Quickbooks, and Great Plains
Ability to read and understand technical forms and financial reports
Ability to create reports
Ability to create financial documents and spreadsheets
Ability to follow processes and procedures pertaining to the department and company
Ability to work office equipment (fax, scanner, printer, phone system, computers)
Ability to work independently
Ability to work under specific time deadlines
Ability to pass and maintain a satisfactory background check
Ability to maintain a level of confidentiality
Ability to follow the Paul Davis Values, Vision, Mission, and 10 Serving Basics

Required Education and Experience

Bachelors Degree in Accounting or related field
2 plus years experience in an accountant role
Experience in supervision of payroll associates

Preferred Education and Experience

CPA or CPA candidate
5 plus years experience in an accountant role
Experience with GL accounts
Experience with preparing financial statements and year end audits

Physical Requirement

Must be able to stay in a stationary position up to 100% of the time
The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, fax machine, copy machine, and computer printer.
Must be able to observe and perceive information on a computer and documents
Must be able to communicate and converse with customers over the phone
Occasionally will lift up to 10lbs
Ability to safely operate a company vehicle

Work Environment

The employee will be working indoors. The employee will be exposed to air conditioning and heat. The employees will be exposed to normal noises throughout the office.

Travel

This position may require up to 5% travel. This position may require travel for trainings.

Reasonable Accommodation for Disability

Any applicant or employee, who believes that a reasonable accommodation is required for purposes of federal or state disability law is required to contact Human Resources to begin the interactive exchange process.

The ADA defines reasonable accommodation as a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job, and does not cause an undue hardship for the employer.

Disclaimer

Paul Davis Restoration is an equal opportunity employer. Paul Davis Restoration provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.