Staff Accountant

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Kenyon - Tampa, FL, Salary Range: Undisclosed, A FirstCall Mechanical Company

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Location: Tampa, FL.

WHO IS FIRSTCALL MECHANICAL?

Kenyon is a commercial HVAC services company based in Tampa, FL. Founded in 2001, Kenyon partnered with FirstCall Mechanical in 2024. 

FirstCall Mechanical is a commercial and industrial HVAC, building controls, electrical, and plumbing services company. We serve commercial and industrial customers, including distribution centers, cold storage facilities, food manufacturing facilities, universities, and other commercial properties. FirstCall has approximately 290 employees and operations across Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Texas. We are actively growing our operations across the country.

FirstCall Mechanical not only partners with companies to nurture growth in the market, but also provides equal focus on employee growth and development as well.  We believe when YOU succeed, we all succeed, so we strive to be the first call for talented team members who want a career, not just a job.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW 

FirstCall Mechanical values our employees' well-being, growth, and success! Employees are offered a robust benefits package, including:  

Competitive Weekly Pay 
Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage - Medical, Dental, Vision, + More (Includes some 100% Company-paid plans) 
Financial Resources - 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% match, Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability 
Time-Off & Holidays - Up to 4 weeks of Paid Off, 9 Paid Holidays + Veterans Day for Veterans 
Career Growth & Development- Company-sponsored education and career advancement programs like the FirstCall Academy, the Learning & Education Assistance Program (LEAP), and the FirstCall Progression Program 
Generous Referral Bonus of $2,500 per referral 
Role-Specific Perks - Company vehicle or allowance, mobile phone or phone allowance, uniforms, and work boot allowances

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to join our fast-growing team. The ideal candidate will have a can-do attitude and strong problem-solving skills, as well as a high level of customer service.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

Manage general ledger and month-end/year-end close processes which includes, but is not limited to, preparing all journal entries, reconciling all balance sheet accounts and financial statement preparation and analysis
Maintain records retention, protection and disposal of records
Maintain company accounting procedures and processes and ensure compliance 
Develop procedures to improve efficiency 
Monitor cash flow for operations 
Assist with audits
Keep managers informed

ACCOUNTABILITIES 

Timely financial reporting
Accuracy in journal entries and reporting

ORGANIZATIONAL ALIGNMENT

This position will report to the Corporate Controller and will work closely with the corporate finance team based in Austin TX.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred, but not required
3-5 years of Construction Accounting Experience
Deep understanding of financial close process including the preparation journal entries, reconciliation schedules and financial statement package
Experience in financial operations including A/R, A/P, AIA Billing, Job Costing, General ledger, treasury, payroll and state and local tax compliance
Great written and verbal communication skills
Advanced excel skills and ability to quickly learn and adopt new software tools
Experience with Quickbooks, SAGE Intacct or other similar ERP system
Background in a skilled trades environment: construction, electrical, HVAC, or plumbing

BEHAVIORAL PROFILE

Language Skills 
Ability to read, understand, and apply written instructions, emails, and business correspondence. Strong written communication skills are essential for drafting professional emails, reports, and internal documents. The role requires the ability to clearly present information in one-on-one and small group settings with employees, customers, and vendors. 

Mathematical Skills 
Proficiency in basic arithmetic operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Comfortable working with percentages, ratios, and basic financial calculations. Familiarity with spreadsheets and data entry is necessary for tracking expenses, reports, and various administrative tasks. 

Reasoning Ability 
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to follow written, verbal, or visual instructions accurately. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to shifting priorities. Attention to detail and sound judgment are critical, particularly when handling confidential information. 

Physical Demands 
While performing the duties of this role, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands for typing and other office-related tasks, and communicate clearly. The employee may occasionally need to stand, walk, or lift office materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close vision for computer work and the ability to adjust focus as needed. 

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

FirstCall does not accept unsolicited resumes, employment applications or inquiries from recruiters, employment agencies or individual job seekers. Applicants who are selected to proceed to the next stage of FirstCall’s process will be contacted directly by a member of our team. Please note that we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Applications will stay active in our system for 60 days, and after 60 days applicants will need to reapply for the role.