Carter Lumber is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team. This position supports a variety of accounting functions, including general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, capital expenditure and fixed asset accounting, financial reporting, and personal property tax reporting.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant experience
- Working knowledge of financial statements and general accounting principles
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across departments
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; intermediate to advanced Excel skills preferred
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling financial and business information
- This will be an onsite position at the corporate office in Kent, OH
Accounting
- Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
- Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts, including construction-in-progress and other balance sheet accounts, and research and resolve discrepancies.
- Track capital projects for store locations and manufacturing facilities from start to finish, including coding invoices, communicating with field locations and internal departments, and determining appropriate capitalization treatment.
- Maintain and reconcile fixed asset records, including additions, transfers, disposals, and self-constructed projects.
- Prepare and record intercompany journal entries.
- Review financial statements for the company’s Transport operations and research and resolve discrepancies.
- Assist with consolidated accounting activities, month-end and year-end close, and other accounting projects assigned.
- Prepare, maintain, and reconcile reporting related to capital expenditures and the capital budgeting process.
- Assist with the preparation and filing of personal property tax returns for Carter Lumber entities.
- Support financial audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and supporting information as requested.
- Prepare and maintain financial and operational reports as required by management.
Benefits (full-time employees)
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employer-Matching 401(k) Plan
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant experience
- Working knowledge of financial statements and generally accepted accounting principles
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively across departments
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling financial and business information
What We Do
Carter Lumber is a family-owned building materials supplier serving professional builders across the United States. With more than 190 locations in 15 states, it provides lumber and other construction materials, supported by builder services and a focus on quality, competitive pricing, and customer service. The company also supports construction projects through roles such as project management and oversight of subcontractor work.
