Accountant

Posted 8 Days Ago
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Newport News, VA
Entry level
Other • Retail
The Role
The Accountant will manage financial records by preparing reconciliations, posting journal entries, and maintaining the general ledger. Responsibilities include working on freight, inventory, accounts payable/receivable, ensuring compliance with SOX controls, reviewing financial reports, managing audits, and improving system efficiencies.
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Job Posting:

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

We have a great opportunity as an Accountant on our team! We work in a highly collaborative environment. We depend on each other, we build each other up, and we seek strengths from others where we know we have development needs.

The ideal candidate possesses a solid, operational accounting background and works proactively to achieve objectives. This person is a self-starter, flexible, and has a high level of integrity. The candidate is goal-oriented and can work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Location:

This is a hybrid role out of Ferguson's corporate offices in Newport News, VA, in accordance with the Ferguson flex schedule, 3 days in office / 2 remote. Consideration may be given to a remote candidate outside of the Hampton Roads area.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and/or review the reconciliation of accounts, post journal entries and maintain a complete and accurate general ledger in accordance with accounting principles and reporting schedules so that the organization has a full and accurate statement of its financial position.

  • Work in assigned areas at the enterprise level which may include, but are not limited to, freight accounting, inventory accounting, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.

  • Participate in scheduled accounting cycles and adhere to associated deadlines (e.g. month-end, year-end, etc.).

  • Prepare assigned Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) controls and IUC ensuring compliance with internal controls policies.

  • Check and analyze financial information and prepare more complex financial reports and accounting statements so that senior management has accurate and timely information for making financial decisions.

  • Review financial reports and accounting statements to ensure their accuracy.

  • Manage, operate, and participate in two company-wide inventory audits.

  • Continued focus on improving system efficiencies and business practices.

  • Serve as contact for HQ and field operational requests for both internal and external audits submitting ongoing deliverables and conducting walk throughs as needed.

  • Other Duties as assigned.

Skills:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Process improvement mentality.

  • Self-motivated individual with great initiative and ability to work independently.

  • Strong work ethic and the ability to meet deadlines.

  • Attention to detail, demonstrated integrity and professionalism.

  • Ability to multitask and prioritize a diverse range of tasks.

  • Proven ability to perform under pressure and stress and to adjust plans to meet changing needs and requirements.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field strongly desired or equivalent, proven work experience in Accounting.

  • 3-5+ years of accounting and/or audit experience (sophisticated large size organization ideal).

  • Knowledge of US GAAP; cost accounting a plus.

  • Experience with financial and accounting reporting systems, specifically Oracle.

  • Distribution and/or retail experience a plus.

  • CPA a plus.

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

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Pay Range:

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$3,899.70 - $6,325.00

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Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

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This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

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The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information

The Company
HQ: Newport News, VA
17,243 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1953

What We Do

Ferguson plc (NYSE: FERG; LSE: FERG) is a leading North American value-added distributor providing expertise, solutions, and products from infrastructure, plumbing and appliances to HVAC, fire, fabrication and more. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful and sustainable. Ferguson Enterprises, LLC is the largest operating subsidiary of Ferguson plc. For more information on Ferguson plc, please visit www.fergusonplc.com.

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