Staff Accountant

Atlas • Oakland, CA • 10h ago

Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It's no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It's how we are built - with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We're just built to be better. We are a great company.

We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Atlas team! Come join us!

This role plays a key role in the monthly close process by performing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis under the supervision of senior accounting leadership. This position ensures accuracy in the general ledger, supports financial reporting requirements, and assists with internal and external audit requests. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and focused on continuous process improvement.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Prepare and post monthly journal entries for recurring and ad hoc transactions.

Perform and maintain account reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts, including cash, prepaid expenses, accruals, and fixed assets.

Assist with the monthly and quarterly close processes, ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is accurate.

Review general ledger activity and investigate variances or unusual transactions.

Support the preparation of financial statements and internal reporting packages.

Assist in responding to audit requests and preparing required documentation for internal and external auditors.

Participate in process improvement initiatives to streamline accounting workflows and increase efficiency.

Collaborate with branch and department managers to gather information for financial reporting.

Maintain compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies and procedures.

Assist with preparing schedules and reports for tax compliance and regulatory filings.

Participate in cross-training opportunities and support team development initiatives.

Minimum requirements:

Bachelor's degree required

Requires a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

1-3 years of relevant accounting experience preferred; internship experience considered.

Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with Deltek ERP systems is a plus.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Must hold a license as a Certified Public Accountant.

Compensation:

$60,000 - $70,000 annually

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state's law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

Who We Are:

We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry's most exceptional people.

Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.

With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.

Our Values:

Life: We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

Atlas EEOC Statement

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

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