Carter Lumber is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team. This position supports a variety of accounting functions, including month-end close, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, fixed asset and real estate accounting, and financial reporting. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in accounting and a minimum of five years of relevant accounting experience required. • Working knowledge of financial statements, general ledger accounting, fixed asset accounting, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment. • Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities, and maintain a high level of confidentiality. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; intermediate to advanced Excel skills preferred • This will be an onsite position at the corporate office in Kent, OH Responsibilities: Fixed Assets and Real Estate Accounting • Track real estate construction projects from start to finish, including coding invoices, maintaining organized project records, communicating with our construction department, and determining appropriate capitalization treatment. • Capitalize and maintain fixed assets for acquisitions (including self-constructed projects), disposals and transfers according to company requirements and GAAP standards. • Perform regular reconciliations of fixed asset accounts, including CIP, and resolve any discrepancies. • Record real estate transactions, including acquisitions, property purchases, property sales, and related asset capitalizations and disposals. • Prepare, maintain, and reconcile capital expenditure reports used in monthly reporting and in the capital budgeting process, working with the fixed asset team to investigate and resolve discrepancies. General Accounting & Close • Prepare and record journal entries, accruals, reclassifications, and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP and company accounting policies. • Reconcile assigned general ledger and balance sheet accounts, research discrepancies, and prepare necessary correcting entries. • Review and reconcile accounts receivable and inventory reports, working with internal departments to resolve any discrepancies. • Prepare and record reserve and allowance journal entries and maintain supporting schedules. • Maintain lease schedules, prepare related journal entries, reconcile lease accounts, and coordinate monthly lease payment information with accounts payable. • Prepare amortization entries and maintain supporting schedules. • Prepare and record insurance journal entries and reconcile related accounts and supporting schedules while maintaining appropriate reserves. • Maintain schedules pertaining to employee benefits, reconcile accounts and prepare monthly analysis. • Prepare and record intercompany journal entries and reconcile related balances. • Support consolidated month-end and year-end close and complete other accounting assignments and special projects as directed. Financial Reporting and Analysis • Review corporate office expenses and income statements for accuracy and completeness, investigate unusual balances and fluctuations, and make necessary corrections. • Support consolidated financial reporting and financial analysis for management and internal departments as needed. • Prepare and maintain additional reports required by management as assigned. • Support financial audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and supporting information as requested. Benefits (full-time employees) • Medical Insurance • Vision Insurance • Dental Insurance • Disability Insurance • Life Insurance • Employer-Matching 401(k) Plan