Join Our Team: Revolutionizing Home Improvements with Technology
At Installation Made Easy (IME), we're transforming the home improvement industry by providing cutting-edge software and process management solutions to retailers, manufacturers, and contractors. With over 100 years of combined experience in retail management and home improvement, our senior management team is dedicated to making installed home improvements convenient, consistent, and affordable for homeowners. We're expanding our team and looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our remote workforce.
About the Role
As a Staff Accountant, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial transactions and data exchange with partners. You will work closely with our Director – Central Processing to identify and resolve exception transactions, reconcile our operating system with various internal and external platforms, and test new software enhancements. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your accounting expertise, analytical skills, and attention to detail in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily review of retail partner accounting transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Drafting correcting entries for accounting to ensure all jobs are accounted for correctly and affiliates are paid the correct amount
- Review and process daily API exceptions to retail partners, ensuring timely and accurate resolution
- Troubleshooting exceptions outside of normal process flow, collaborating with various departments as needed
- Daily reconciliations of transactions between our operating system and those transmitted to affiliate contractors and retail partners
- Researching reconciling items to determine root cause and submitting development tickets to fix root issues in our operating system
- Testing accounting and payment-related system development enhancements to ensure seamless integration
Essential Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you should possess:
- A Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Accounting or a related field
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, with the ability to adapt to various software packages
- 3+ years of experience in bookkeeping, banking, finance, or accounting roles, with a strong understanding of financial transactions and accounting principles
- A professional demeanor, with sound judgment and strong problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
- Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines
- A positive attitude, with the ability to adapt to change easily and work independently in a remote environment
Preferred Qualifications
While not required, the following qualifications can enhance your candidacy:
- Experience with accounting software and systems, such as financial management platforms or ERP systems
- Knowledge of API integrations and data exchange protocols
- Familiarity with software development life cycles and testing methodologies
- Certifications such as QuickBooks Certified User or Xero Certified Advisor
Skills and Competencies
To excel in this role, you should possess:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with various departments and stakeholders
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, with ability to adapt to various software packages
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment, with self-motivation and discipline
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At IME, we're committed to helping our team members grow and develop their skills. As a Staff Accountant, you'll have opportunities to:
- Develop your technical skills in accounting software and systems
- Enhance your analytical and problem-solving skills through complex transaction analysis and troubleshooting
- Improve your communication and collaboration skills through cross-functional teamwork
- Expand your knowledge of the home improvement industry and our company's role in it
Work Environment and Company Culture
We're a 100% remote company, offering the flexibility and work-life balance that comes with it. You'll be provided with employer-provided equipment and have access to a range of benefits, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health savings plan with employer contribution to health savings account
- Medical and dental flexible spending accounts
- Company-paid basic life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
- 401K plan with employer match
- Employee discount program for electronics, groceries, travel, entertainment, and more
- Employee assistance program
- Pay on demand
- Critical illness, hospital indemnity, group accident, and legal insurance
- Paid time off
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including those listed above. Our compensation and benefits are designed to attract and retain top talent, and we're committed to providing a rewarding and fulfilling work experience.
Join Our Team
If you're a motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply. As a Staff Accountant at IME, you'll play a critical role in our financial operations and have opportunities to grow and develop your skills. Apply now and join our team of innovators and problem-solvers!
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