Senior Accountant

About Us

Are you looking to work somewhere you can make an impact and be part of a team that truly values your contribution?

At Empaco Equipment Company, we are proud to be a family-owned company providing equipment sales, service, and installation to the petroleum, commercial, and industrial sectors. For over 65 years, we have grown based on our reputation in the petroleum industry on safety, reliability, and trusted partnerships.

We are small enough for your insights and work to matter and big enough to offer meaningful challenges, professional growth, and long-term stability.

Here, you will find a fast-paced but flexible, collaborative environment that values its employees.

About the Role

The Senior Accountant plays a key role in managing day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring accurate, reliable financial reporting. This position calls for strong technical accounting skills, a sharp focus on detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced construction and real estate property management setting. Core responsibilities include processing transactions, analyzing accounts, general ledger maintenance, and preparing monthly financial statements. The Senior Accountant also supports reconciliations, audit activities, and works closely with leadership and other departments/teams as a hands-on financial partner providing timely financial insights that help guide business decisions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts to ensure accurate recording of transactions.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Review and ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies and procedures while identifying and resolving discrepancies in financial data and reporting.
• Manage daily A/R deposits via scan and ACH, update ERP systems accordingly.
• Process, reconcile, and maintain records of credit card purchases.
• Run weekly aged A/R reports and collaborate with internal teams on resolution.
• Prepare and files sales and use tax returns.
• Complete various accrual calculations such as sales commission, royalty and warranty calculations and submit to payroll / AP for processing.
• Assist with physical inventory processes and ensure alignment with financial reporting.
• Support internal and external audits, including those conducted by outside CPA firms.
• Assist in payroll and benefits processing in the absence of other accounting team members.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to safeguard company assets and improve financial accuracy.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity when working with sensitive financial data.
• Communicate effectively with team members and leadership regarding accounting procedures and findings.
• Support creation of SOPs for Accounting and collaborates with Operations.
• Support implementation or upgrades of accounting systems and reporting tools.
• Participate in special projects and ad hoc financial reporting as required.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5 years of general ledger and accounting experience, preferably in construction, real estate, or a related industry.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, with advanced Excel skills (formulas, data analysis, and reporting).
• Strong analytical, time management and audit/research documentation skills
• Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and navigate challenging conversations professionally.
• Must be able to work on-site, five days per week.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in a construction related business environment.
• Demonstrated experience with ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics SL, QuickBooks, and ADP).
• Experience in software systems transitions/changeovers or implementation.

What we Provide:

• Competitive base salary + annual performance bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Company-paid Life and AD&D coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Empaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws, including those of the State of Ohio. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merits, and business needs. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable law.