JH Kelly is hiring for a Staff Accountant join our
Corporate Accounting Team in Longview, WA!

JH Kelly, LLC is a fourth generation, family-owned regional construction company in its 100th year with offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, Washington and Portland, Oregon. We provide services to a commercial and heavy industrial client base and are recognized as an industry leader.

Our exceptional team is made up of talented individuals whose ability to plan and execute challenging projects has resulted in a loyal customer following and national safety & quality control awards. Our integrated project approach includes self-performing concrete placement, steel erection, carpentry, equipment setting, millwrighting, plumbing, pipefitting, sheet metal, electrical & instrumentation services and servicing the completed building.

JH Kelly is a great place to work with a fun, dynamic and family-oriented environment. We offer an excellent benefit package and competitive wages. Learn more about us at www.jhkelly.com.

Position Summary
The Staff Accountant will prepare financial reports to track the organization s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities. This position will report to and work closely with the Assistant Controller to support the overall financial reporting for the Company.

Salary Range: $26-$32 per hour + Bonus & Profit Sharing - position is FSLA non-exempt

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs journal entries, job cost adjustments, general accounting, and other related duties in the accounting department
• Maintains the general ledger reconciliations for designated accounts
• Reconciles bank accounts daily, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks
• Manages fixed asset ledgers, works with department managers to track additions, disposals, and transfers
• Prepares periodic (monthly) financial reports, as well as ad hoc reports
• Works closely with others within the organization, both within the department and outside the department
• Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit
• Files required tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Education/Experience

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline preferred
• Three years of accounting experience preferred
• Experience with Viewpoint Vista software a plus

Required Skills:

• Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles. Construction accounting knowledge a plus
• Proficient with accounting software, ability to learn new systems.
• Ability to recognize priorities and organize workload accordingly
• Excellent analytical skills
• Team approach to work environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to interact effectively with all levels throughout Company as well as vendors
• Ability to demonstrate considerable tact and diplomacy in dealing with others
• Above average skills using Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
• Problem identification and resolution skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information
• Strong work ethic, self-starter, and meets deadlines
• Ability to work overtime, as needed

Work Environment
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and/or sit. The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle and manipulate objects, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits:

• Annual Discretionary Performance Bonuses
• 401(k) Profit Sharing
• 401k - 50% company match of the first 6% of employee contribution
• Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho for employee and dependents - JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums employee & family members
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays (x7)
• Life Insurance, AD & D, STD & LTD - paid 100% by JH Kelly