U.S. Water Services Corporation is a premier water and wastewater utility operations and maintenance company. Dedicated to environmental compliance, operational reliability, and community health, we provide full-service utility solutions across our regional operations. We foster a collaborative work environment focused on accuracy, accountability, and supporting our growing infrastructure.Staff AccountantCompany: U.S. Water Services CorporationLocation: New Port Richey, FL (On-site, Hybrid or Remote available)Job Type: Full-TimeDepartment: Accounting & Finance Role OverviewWe are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Staff Accountant to join our accounting and finance team. In this role, you will support day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close processes, account reconciliations, general ledger management, multi-state sales tax compliance, tangible personal property tax reporting, state registrations, annual reports, business licenses, fixed asset licensing, out-of-country business reporting, and acquisition-related reporting while working closely with accounting leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesGeneral Ledger & Month-End Close: Assist with month-end and year-end close cycles, preparing standard journal entries, accruals, and supporting workpapers.Account Reconciliations: Perform regular bank, balance sheet, intercompany, and subledger reconciliations; research and resolve variances in a timely manner.Financial Operations: Support accounts payable, billing, and asset tracking processes to ensure subledger accuracy.Multi-State Sales Tax & Tangible Personal Property Tax Compliance: Support sales tax filings, tangible personal property tax reporting, reconciliations, exemption certificate tracking, and related documentation across multiple states.Annual Reports, State Registrations & Business Licenses: Assist with preparing, filing, renewing, and maintaining annual reports, state registrations, business licenses, and related compliance records.Fixed Asset Licensing: Maintain fixed asset licensing records, support related registrations, renewals, reconciliations, and reporting.Out-of-Country Business Reporting & Acquisitions: Assist with required reporting, documentation, and coordination for business activities and acquisitions conducted outside the United States, including support for compliance records and external advisor requests.Reporting & Analysis: Prepare financial datasets, preliminary trial balances, and supporting schedules for variance analysis and compliance-related reporting.Process Improvement: Assist in identifying opportunities to streamline accounting workflows, tax and compliance tracking, and data accuracy.QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.Experience: 1–3 years of core corporate accounting experience; experience supporting multi-state sales tax, compliance filings, business licenses, or fixed asset licensing is preferred.Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with multi-state sales tax filings, tangible personal property tax requirements, annual reports, state registrations, business license renewals, exemption certificates, and related documentation preferred.International Reporting & Acquisitions: Exposure to out-of-country business reporting, foreign activity documentation, acquisition-related reporting, or coordination with external tax/compliance advisors is a plus.Technical Skills:Proficiency in enterprise accounting software/ERP systems (experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or Jonas is a plus).Strong Microsoft Excel skills (lookup formulas, pivot tables, and data reconciliations).Core Competencies: Solid understanding of GAAP, high attention to detail, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to meet deadlines during close cycles.Hiring ProcessOur hiring process is a multi-step process designed to evaluate both technical qualifications and overall team fit. Qualified candidates will be contacted to participate in initial screening and interview stages. Benefits & CompensationU.S. Water Services Corporation offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package:Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) Retirement Plan with Company MatchingGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Paid Company Holidays (6 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday)Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability InsuranceEqual Opportunity EmployerUS Water offers competitive wages and benefits and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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