General Ledger - Interstate Companies

Interstate Companies, Inc. is a market leader in service. For over 50 years, we have excelled at providing solutions and adding value for our customers. Growth is a critical component of our business plan, and we are currently looking for a General Ledger Accountant to help us in that growth.

As a member of the General Ledger team this highly visible role provides accounting support to all levels of branch and corporate personnel relating to our Sales and Rental Departments for both Interstate Power Systems and I-State Truck Center. The Staff Accountant role requires a working knowledge of GAAP and analytical abilities. This role offers ample opportunity for professional growth and development.

Job Duties:

• Perform general ledger accounting including journal entries, month-end close activities, account analysis and reconciliations.
• Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts. Research and resolve reconciling items for inventory and intercompany accounts.
• Provide accounting support for product, truck, and trailer sales departments.
• Review, post, and audit sales.
• Review and audit rental contracts, book rental sales, reconciliation of inventory and rental accounts.
• Prepare and distribute associated sales reporting.
• Manage and administer vendor rebate programs.
• Assist in the month, quarter, and year end close process.
• Perform Sales and Expense Reviews.
• Assist with financial and vendor audits.
• Financial statement preparation.
• Assist with budgeting.
• Work with management to improve accounting processes and procedures.
• Train employees as necessary.
• Special projects as assigned by management.

Ideal Candidate will possess the following qualities:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized and able to manage time wisely.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and personalities.
• Must possess strong attention to detail.
• Take initiative and be proactive in addressing issues.
• Works well with all levels of management.
• Basic sales and use tax knowledge.
• Experience in accounting for rental products a plus.

Requirements for General Ledger Accountant:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Must be flexible, with an ability to work in an independent, pro-active manner, and with a team.
• The ability to demonstrate dependability and commitment to the role, team, and company.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook.

Benefits include:

• Excellent compensation
• Generous benefits including insurance options, vacation, holiday, and sick pay, 401(k) with employer match.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
I-State is an Equal Opportunity and we encourage all qualified and interested persons to apply for this position by submitting a resume for consideration.