The Corporate Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager and works closely with departments across the company. The position supports multiple accounting functions, including month-end close and general accounting, billing and collections, customer onboarding, and fixed assets. The Corporate Accountant will also be cross-trained to serve as a backup for other members of the finance team, ensuring continuity of operations during periods of absence or increased workload.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Month-End Close and General Accounting

•       Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, reclassifications and recurring entries, with complete supporting documentation

•       Reconcile various GL accounts on a monthly basis and resolve reconciling items

•       Perform variance analysis on monthly results and document explanations

•       Support the close calendar, complete assigned close tasks on schedule, and identify issues promptly

•       Maintain accounting records and support schedules in accordance with GAAP

Order-to-Cash

•       Manage collections and customer disputes, including consistent follow-up on past-due balances

•       Review accounts receivable aging daily and escalate at-risk accounts

•       Perform cash application and reconcile customer receipts to corresponding bank deposits

•       Serve as backup to the billing and invoicing team, including order entry

Customer Setup and Contracts

•       Establish new customer accounts and maintain accurate, complete customer records

•       Complete internal setup for new customers across all required systems.

Fixed Assets

•       Support capital expenditure requests, asset capitalization and tagging, and depreciation schedules

•       Assist in reconciling the fixed asset register and in periodic physical asset verification

•       Set up and maintain new fixed asset records in Sage Intacct, ensuring all relevant asset information is entered accurately and completely.

Cross-Functional Support

•       Cross-train on procure-to-pay, inventory, payroll and treasury processes, and provide coverage as needed

•       Document procedures and identify opportunities to streamline and automate recurring work

•       Complete special projects and ad hoc requests from across the finance organization

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

•       Minimum of two (2) years of experience in accounting, accounts receivable, finance operations or a related field

•       Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including journal entries and account reconciliations

•       Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities

•       Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn new systems quickly

•       Effective written and verbal communication skills with customers, vendors and internal teams

•       Hands-on experience using AI tools to automate routine work and improve accuracy

Preferred

•       Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field

•       Experience with Sage Intacct

•       Experience in an industrial, distribution or utility-services environment

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

•       Competitive salary commensurate with experience

•       Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and 401(k)

•       Consistent schedule: Monday through Friday

•       Broad exposure across the finance function, with opportunity for professional growth

•       Stable, growing company offering long-term career opportunities

Blackwood Solutions is the nation-leading utility services provider, specializing in utility pole recycling, material management, and structured storage solutions for electric utilities across North America.

In support of continued growth, the Finance & Accounting department is seeking an experienced Corporate Accountant to strengthen the team’s capacity and ensure continuity across core accounting functions.