Senior Accountant

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan. POSITION SUMMARY The Senior Accountant plays a key role within Corporate Accounting, supporting accurate financial reporting, month-end close, general ledger activity, reconciliations, compliance, and accounting process improvement. This position partners closely with Corporate Finance, divisional accounting teams, operations, and leadership to ensure financial information is timely, accurate, and aligned with company policies. The role supports corporate accounting functions within a Services/Contractor organization and is responsible for maintaining strong financial discipline across entities, departments, and shared-service processes. The position relies heavily on Sage Intacct for general ledger, reporting, reconciliations, and compliance activities, while also supporting integration and coordination with operational systems such as BuildOps where financial data connects to accounting workflows. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Corporate Financial Reporting & Close - Support monthly close processes across corporate accounting functions using Sage Intacct - Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, reclasses, allocations, and other accounting adjustments - Prepare financial schedules, variance analysis, and supporting documentation for month-end review - Maintain general ledger accuracy across assigned accounts, departments, and entities - Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, internal controls, and audit requirements - Partner with the Controller’s office on financial reporting, close improvement, and accounting review activities General Ledger, Reconciliations & Controls - Perform balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner - Analyze account activity to identify unusual trends, coding issues, or required adjustments - Support intercompany accounting, allocations, and recurring corporate entries as assigned - Maintain proper documentation for reconciliations, journal entries, and financial schedules - Support audit requests, compliance reviews, and internal control activities related to assigned areas Shared Services & Accounting Support - Support corporate accounting activity related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, cash receipts, and expense reporting as needed - Research and help resolve accounting discrepancies, coding questions, timing issues, and payment or billing variances - Coordinate with divisional teams to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and consistently - Assist with corporate reporting packages, management schedules, and supporting analysis - Provide responsive accounting support to internal stakeholders while maintaining strong financial controls Systems, Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Partnership - Work closely with Corporate Finance, divisional accounting teams, operations, and leadership to support accurate and efficient accounting processes - Support consistent and effective use of Sage Intacct across corporate accounting, reporting, and reconciliation workflows - Assist with system and process improvements that strengthen close timelines, reporting accuracy, and internal controls - Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to financial processes, data integrity, and accounting workflows - Support integration points between accounting systems and operational platforms such as BuildOps to ensure clean, reliable financial data QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field - 2+ years of corporate accounting, general ledger, financial reporting, or public accounting experience - Strong understanding of general accounting principles, account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, intercompany activity, and financial reporting - Experience with ERP systems, preferably Sage Intacct - Strong Excel skills and ability to analyze financial data accurately - Ability to communicate financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders Preferred - Direct experience using Sage Intacct for general ledger, reconciliations, and financial reporting - Experience with multi-entity accounting, intercompany transactions, allocations, or shared-services accounting - Experience in construction, MEP, service, or project-based accounting environments - CPA or CMA eligibility, progress toward certification, or interest in pursuing certification - Experience working in a matrixed organization with both divisional and corporate reporting lines Benefits: - Competitive pay based on experience. - Health, dental, and vision insurance. - Paid time off and holiday pay. - Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance. Equal Employment Opportunity: Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.