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Accountant

Edwards Tree Service
  • Amherst, OH
  • Full-time
  • Instant Apply
4 days ago

Job Description

Edwards Tree Service is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Accountant to join our team in Amherst, Ohio. This full-time position is responsible for managing general ledger activities, monthly financial close, bank reconciliations, payroll and sales tax filings, 401(k) administration, and year-end accounting support. The role also involves maintaining regulatory compliance, supporting multi-state licensing and tax requirements, and assisting with grants and financial documentation.

The ideal candidate will have strong accounting experience, excellent organizational skills, proficiency with Excel and accounting software, and the ability to manage confidential information and multiple company entities. Experience with payroll taxes, workers’ compensation, sales tax, IFTA, FMCSA/DOT compliance, and multi-state requirements is highly valued.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary owner of the General Ledger and monthly financial statement preparation for multiple companies (monthly close)
  • Perform monthly bank reconciliations (manual and software-generated) for up to 8 companies
  • Prepare year-end schedules and documentation for external CPAs
    Manage payroll tax filings online at Federal, State, and Local levels, including use of Ohio Business Gateway and other state portals
  • Process 401(k) weekly payments and prepare annual census information
    Administer workers’ compensation annual true-up and maintain awareness of out-of-state workers’ compensation and tax issues
  • Prepare and file Sales Tax returns monthly for multiple companies; file IFTA quarterly and Heavy Vehicle Use Tax annually
  • Support FMCSA, ODOT, KDOT, PENNDOT requirements and maintain records to meet regulatory compliance
  • Maintain record retention systems and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information
    Apply for relevant grants and manage associated reporting (including SURWSP/OBWC grant opportunities).
  • Maintain out-of-state licensing support (e.g., West Virginia, Kentucky) and Master Logger certifications across states as needed
  • Assist with notary duties and maintain good documentation practices

Numbers & Facts

LocationAmherst, OH
Job TypeFull-time
Company Size11 - 50
Year Founded1964
HeadquartersAmherst, OH, US

Qualifications

  • Degree in Accounting
  • Proven experience with online payroll tax filings (Federal, State, Local)
    Proficiency in Foundation software, Quicken, Excel, and Word
  • Familiarity with Ohio Business Gateway (preferred)
    Experience performing bank reconciliations for multiple entities
  • Strong general ledger and month-end close experience
    Experience with 401(k) remittances and annual census processes
  • Knowledge of workers’ compensation true-ups and multi-state compliance issues
  • Sales tax filing experience and familiarity with IFTA and Heavy Vehicle Use Tax
  • Experience preparing year-end schedules for CPAs
  • Strong documentation, record retention, and confidentiality practices
  • Notary commission or willingness to become a notary
  • Ability to research and apply for grants
  • Knowledge of FMCSA requirements and state DOT regulations (ODOT, KDOT, PENNDOT)
  • Multi-state licensing or the ability to coordinate licensing (WV, KY) 

Benefits

Paid Time-Off, 401K Match, Paid Sick Days, 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision

Skills

  • Internal Audit
  • Accounts Payable
  • Journal Entries
  • General Ledger Accounting
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Revenue/Sales Reporting
  • Financial Statements
  • Financial Reporting
  • External Audit
  • Credit and Collections
  • Auditing
  • Cash Flow
  • Expense Tracking

Skills

  • Accountingunmatched
  • Accounting Closeunmatched
  • Accounting Softwareunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
  • Licensingunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Payroll Taxunmatched
  • Reconciliationunmatched
  • Sales Taxunmatched
  • State Taxunmatched

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