Forward Traffic & Marking, LLC · 2 days ago
Accounting Assistant
Madison,WI,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expForward Traffic & Marking is a company that provides traffic control and pavement marking services throughout Wisconsin. They are seeking an Accounting Assistant to oversee general accounting operations, including managing accounts payable and assisting with month-end close procedures.
Construction
Responsibilities
Enters AP invoices into system including inventory and fixed assets
Monitors for sales tax, exempt sales tax charges and use tax calculations
Set up new vendors, process credit requests from vendors and maintain W-9s. Process and stay current on 1099 laws
Process credit card expense reports and reconcile with statement ensuring that all internal controls are followed
Back-up weekly payroll processes
Collaborate with Controller to ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
Develops or maintains spreadsheets to integrate with accounting system for ad hoc reports using database functions, formulas, and queries
Manages and works on special projects as assigned by Controller, Director of Finance, Vice-President and/or General Manager
In the absence of or at the direction of the Controller, assists accounting and administration staff with questions and problem solving
Assists with identifying and prioritizing Finance projects and initiatives
Manages projects related to accounting processes, procedures, and the Construction Software systems
Assists with developing accounting documentation and training tools related to processes and the Construction Software system
Qualification
Required
High school diploma/equivelant
3 years or more of previous accounting experience is required
Advanced understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Familiarity with sales tax
Proficient (advanced level preferred) with Microsoft Excel, as well as other MS Office products
Preferred
Associates and/or a bachelor's degree in accounting is preferred
Experience working in the construction industry finance and accounting is desired
Experience working with a variety of accounting functions such as AP/AR and Payroll
Familiarity with payroll software such as COINS (ERP), Intuit timekeeping, or similar platforms is a plus
Company
Forward Traffic & Marking, LLC
As Wisconsin’s largest traffic control and pavement marking company, Forward Traffic & Marking is an industry leader, with a deep understanding of every aspect of temporary traffic control.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase