Accounting Specialist II

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We exist to empower the life changing impact of mastering a trade.

At Cannistraro, a trade is any skill, in any role, contributing to our company's betterment and to the care of our customers. Everyone at Cannistraro works in a trade; we believe that everyone can maximize the value of their contributions and most significantly improve their own wellbeing by continuously sharpening their craft and growing in their trade.

We support this journey by advancing craftsmanship and shining a bright light on the importance of progress and professionalism in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction industry. We treat all team members like family and provide the best possible training and coaching. We nurture trusting and highly valued business partnerships in order to create opportunities for everyone to thrive.

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist II to join our Accounting Group! The Accounting Specialist II is responsible for supporting various accounting functions within the organization, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of financial transactions and reporting. This position involves performing a variety of accounting tasks and reconciling accounts. They will work closely with the Controller and collaborate with other departments to achieve financial goals.

In this role you will:

• Post daily cash receipts.
• Post journal entries and ensure accuracy of account balances.
• Reconcile monthly GL accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Post weekly inventory entry.
• Post weekly parking tickets and execute check runs.
• Process credit card payments for the Service Department.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with any various projects.
• Assist with yearend audit.
• Serves as backup for preparation of OCIP/CIP monthly reporting.
• Serves as back up for payroll entry on field union payroll and market recovery.

A successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in a relevant field.
• 3-5 years of related experience
• Demonstrated communication skills, with the ability to interact with team members, clients, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial records and reports.
• Ability to record financial transactions accurately and maintain financial records.
• Demonstrated time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies in financial records.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with colleagues from various departments.
• Demonstrated understanding of cash receipt posting.
• Demonstrated of general ledger entry.
• Ability to follow up with vendors on outstanding invoices and reconcile accounts to ensure timely payment.
• Construction industry experience - preferred but not required.
• OCIP/CIP knowledge - preferred but not required.
• Payroll time entry knowledge- preferred but not required.
• Software Experience Necessary:
  • Microsoft Suite. Intermediate Excel skill required.
  • CMiC - preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are steadfastly committed to protecting and promoting the safety, wellbeing, and career longevity of all Cannistraro employees regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, or sexual orientation. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are dedicated to bringing this attitude into action, and positively changing the arc of our industry.

J.C. Cannistraro, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, parental and marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. If you require accommodation due to a disability to complete the application process, please contact Human Resources at 617-926-0092 or submit a request in writing to [email protected]. J.C. Cannistraro, LLC is an E-Verify Company.