Accounts Receivable Accountant

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care is a second-generation, family-owned arboriculture firm that has been offering environmentally conscious services in the NY, NJ, and CT tri-state area since 1964. We offer generous compensation, year-round work, paid time off, health and retirement benefits, inclusive company culture and so much more!

We are currently seeking a results-oriented and detail driven Accounting Specialist with general bookkeeping and accounting experience to join our headquarters team. The Accounting Specialist will compile, compute, record and prepare billing, accounting, statistical, and other numerical data for project billing purposes.

• Prepare itemized statements, bills, or invoices and record amounts due for services rendered.
• Review documents such as purchase orders, accepted work, and estimates to create invoices.
• Verify accuracy of billing data and revise any errors; resolve discrepancies in accounting records.
• Perform bookkeeping work, including posting data or keeping other records concerning costs of services.
• Creation of supplemental and supporting information for special clients and commercial e.g. municipalities, cities, corporate accounts.
• Work closely with Sales Arborists on collection of past due accounts.
• Learn and utilize custom computer software for posting for invoice generation.
• Posting of checks, credit cards and ETF with daily reconciliation reports.
• Engage in daily/monthly account reconciliation and reporting.
• Track, reconcile, and report employee hours and certified payroll for 50+ employees.

Requirements

• 4 + years of experience working with high volume billing, preferably in the service industry.
• Associates Degree desired
• Excellent time management and organizational skills required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks, Internet and Database Systems desired (we will train on our programs).
• Must be results-oriented with a high degree of integrity and drive.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills including written and verbal.
• Work collaboratively with other departments, management and staff.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, $60,000 - $75,000 per year, including medical and dental plans with employer contribution, 401K retirement savings plan, paid time off, and more!

Almstead Tree & Shrub Care Company, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.