STAFF ACCOUNTANT

At Gardiner, we know that our success starts with our people. Recognized as a Top Workplace, we are committed to creating an environment where associates feel supported, engaged, and empowered to do their best work.

This role offers the opportunity to gain visibility into multiple areas of the business and understand how operational activity translates into financial results across the organization.

Financial Close, Reporting & Analysis

Partner with the Controller to support the monthly close process and contribute to timely financial reporting across the business.

• Collaborate with the Controller to move the monthly close process forward and ensure key activities are completed on schedule.

• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts and research variances, discrepancies, or unusual activity.

• Analyze business unit income statements and investigate fluctuations from budget, prior periods, or expectations.

• Develop an understanding of the operational activity behind the numbers to help explain financial results and identify meaningful trends.

• Prepare and record journal entries that reflect business activity across the organization.

• Support percentage-of-completion accounting and validate that project-related financial activity aligns with general ledger reporting.

• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements using planning and reporting software.

• Contribute to ongoing improvements in financial reporting processes and documentation.

Audit Support

• Support annual financial statement and retirement plan audits.

• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for external auditors.

• Coordinate with internal teams to gather required information and ensure timely responses to audit requests.

• Demonstrate an understanding of Gardiner’s internal processes and control environment when supporting audit inquiries.

Treasury Management

• Monitor daily cash activity and reconcile accounts to ensure accuracy and visibility into the company’s cash position.

• Reconcile corporate credit card programs and investigate discrepancies or unusual activity

• Support treasury controls, including oversight of the positive pay process and adherence to internal cash management procedures.

Other Responsibilities

• Prepare and file monthly and quarterly sales and use tax returns.

• Support annual physical inventory activities and oversee the quarterly vehicle cycle count program.

• Produce weekly labor reporting to support field and business unit leadership.

• Serve as a resource to field and administrative teams for ERP and financial system questions.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Pay with Bonus eligibility
• Generous PTO starting Day 1
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage options
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays
• Parental leave
• ..and more!

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including involvement in month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.

• Maintains and applies a broad understanding of accounting principles and financial acumen.
• Possesses a strong work ethic and is motivated to perform meaningful work.
• Is detail-oriented and completes tasks accurately, thoroughly, and consistently.
• Operates well within a team and employs effective communication skills.
• Is proficient using Microsoft Excel and has general ERP experience.
• Has the ability to multi-task and meet critical deadlines.
• Possesses superior analytical and critical thinking skills.

Gardiner is committed to creating an accessible application process. If you need assistance applying, please reach out to our HR department.

We’re a Drug-Free Workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – Disabled/Veteran.