Staff Accountant
About the Company
Guardian Fire Protection Services, LLC is a leading provider of fire protection, life safety, and security solutions, proudly serving the Mid‑Atlantic, Midwest, and Southeast regions for more than 45 years. Headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, Guardian operates 23 offices across 8 states and supports more than 90,000 customers across a wide range of industries. Guardian delivers comprehensive, end‑to‑end service across the fire, life safety and security industries. Our capabilities include fire sprinklers, fire alarms and monitoring, fire pumps, extinguishers, special hazards systems, marine fire protection, and integrated security solutions that include access control systems and CCTV. Our continued growth is fueled by deep technical expertise, trusted customer relationships, strong business performance, and a disciplined acquisition strategy that ensures consistent quality and service across all locations.
Our People & Culture
At Guardian and our affiliated companies, our people are the foundation of our success. We're committed to hiring and developing talented, passionate professionals who share our mission to protect lives and property. As we continue to grow, we offer meaningful career opportunities within a dynamic organization focusing on customer service, technical expertise, collaboration and long-term success.
Learn more at www.GuardianFireProtection.com
About the Opportunity
The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the daily accounting and financial reporting functions of a fire and life safety organization. This role ensures accurate financial records, supports month‑end close, assists with job costing, and helps maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
Job Duties
General Accounting
- Maintain accurate and timely recording of financial transactions in accordance with GAAP.
- Prepare and post journal entries, account reconciliations, and adjusting entries.
- Assist with month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes.
- Maintain general ledger account integrity and supporting documentation.
Job Costing & Revenue Support
- Support job costing activities for installation, service, and inspection work.
- Track labor, materials, and expenses by job or contract.
- Assist with work‑in‑progress (WIP) reporting and revenue recognition, as applicable.
- Collaborate with operations and project teams to resolve job cost discrepancies.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare standard financial reports and schedules for management review.
- Assist with variance analysis and financial trend reporting.
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes as assigned.
- Provide audit support and documentation as needed.
Compliance & Process Improvement
- Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting controls, and audit requirements.
- Assist with sales tax, use tax, and other regulatory reporting as required.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and controls.
- Support system implementations or upgrades related to accounting and operations.
Other Duties
- Perform additional projects and responsibilities as assigned
Core Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a service‑based or construction‑related industry.
- Working knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles.
- Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in fire protection, construction, mechanical, or field‑service environments.
- Familiarity with job costing, WIP, and contract‑based accounting.
- Experience with ERP or accounting systems used in service or project‑driven organizations.
- Exposure to multi‑location or growth‑oriented businesses.
Compensation
- This is a salaried position based on experience. Pay is negotiable.
- Quarterly bonus opportunities
Benefits
- 401K with a company match
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company paid Short Term Disability
- Company paid Long Term Disability
- Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
- Pre-tax accounts for health and dependent care
- Aflac
- Vacation and Personal time
- Paid holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
Guardian Fire Protection Services is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
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