Job Information
Utilities Service, LLC Staff Accountant I- Cost Accounting in Horsham, Pennsylvania
Description
Staff Accountant I- Cost Accounting
Reports to:Supervisor– Cost Accounting
Contributes to: Cost Accountingteam
Role Summary:
The Staff Accountant-Cost Accountingis responsible forprovidingaccuraterecording, analysis, and reportingonoverhead costsand fixed assets. This role willassistin budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and month-end close processes related to overhead and SG&A expenses. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, a solid understanding of GAAP, and the ability to work collaboratively across finance and operations teams.
Responsibilities:
Prepare/executeasset-related activities, including month-endfinancialcloseactivities andentries, preparation of fixed asset roll-forwardsand account reconciliations,maintainingCIP accounts and ensuring assets are placed into-service (depreciated/amortized) ona timelybasis, recording of disposals (and associated gain/loss on sale), etc.
Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations related to overhead expenses
Activelyparticipateinefforts to streamline the overall financialcloseprocess
Engage and partner with equipment/fleet operations personnel tofacilitatetimelyandaccuratein-service of assets whenpurchased/enteredCIP.
Monitor and analyze monthly overhead spending vs. budget, andidentifyvariances
Ensure compliance withcompany-wide fixed asset/capitalization policy and supporting processes.
Regular interaction/support of theexternal auditors for theconsolidated(and subsidiary)year-endaudits
Participate inspecial projects such as integration of neworacquiredcompanies,ERPsystem implementation, process improvements,etc.
Helpwithother responsibilities, asneeded, such asreal andpersonal propertytax filings,payroll/bonusaccrualsand related filings.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
Strong understanding of accruals, expense allocation, and GAAP principles
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Preferred Qualifications:
1–3 years of accounting experience
Proficiencyin Exceland experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP,Oracleetc.)
Since 1928, Asplundh has been dedicated to safe, efficient, and innovative line clearance services for the utility industry. Reliable, uninterrupted power is an important service provided by the world's electrical utilities and Asplundh has the expertise to help keep the power flowing. Over the years, diversification has opened vegetation management services to other specialized markets such as municipalities, railroads, pipelines, helicopter vegetation services, and departments of transportation.
A family-owned and operated corporation headquartered near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Asplundh has grown to employ over 36,000 service professionals throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Benefits
We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.
Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please note:
All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Notice to Agencies: We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.