Accounting Associate - Continental Fire Sprinkler Company

Requisition ID: 172259

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: Continental Fire & Alarm District

Department: Accounting

Market: Building

Employment Type: Part Time Temporary

Position Overview

Continental is looking for an Accounting Associate to assist with data entry & processing transactions in AR, AP, Time collection, Cash Receipts, Sales & Use Tax and job cost subledgers. The position resides in a high-volume transactional accounting department that directly supports the construction operations of the business and frequently interacts with department leads and operations support personnel.

District Overview

A Subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, Continental Fire Sprinkler Company is one of the Midwest's largest and most-respected fire protection contractors. With its headquarters in Omaha, NE, Continental also operates branch offices throughout the region. Continental offers complete construction services for all markets and project sizes as well as testing and maintenance services.

Location

This position is based in the Millard suburb of Omaha, NE.

Responsibilities

• Regular, reliable attendance in the office Monday - Friday

• Enter transactions, vouch and code to cost structure, ensure approvals obtained

• Assist with cash disbursements & cash receipts, batching, applying, and filing supporting documents.

• Assist with time collection, vouching and transmitting to payroll, stuff and mail checks

• Assist with Inspection billings, stuff and mail invoices

• Assist with sales and use tax returns in a multi-state environment, maintain exemption certificates.

• Obtain lien waivers and maintain in document imaging system

• Research and reconcile account statements and resolve discrepancies

Qualifications

• At least a High School Diploma and enrollment in College Level Accounting program with an accredited University.

• Dependable and detail oriented with the ability to organize and prioritize the work product both individually and from others

• Exposure to MS Office products, and willingness to learn Spectrum accounting applications.

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance - Work productively and meet deadlines timely

• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.

• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Company: Continental