Staff Accountant

Plunkett's Pest Control, a family-owned company with over 100 years of history, is adding a Staff Accountant to our growing Finance team. This is a newly created role, offering the opportunity to help shape how the position develops as our company continues to expand.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain accurate accounting records
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts
• Prepare recurring financial reports and support budgeting and forecasting
• Support accounting for chemicals, equipment, fleet assets, and inventory
• Maintain fixed asset records and calculate depreciation
• Assist with audits, tax preparation, and regulatory compliance
• Work closely with Operations, Human Resources, and Payroll to ensure financial transactions are accurate and compliant
• Support our Tax Manager with tax compliance and reporting

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2-5 years of accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and pivot tables
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a service-based, construction, facility services, or pest control industry
• Familiarity with QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, or Microsoft Dynamics
• Knowledge of inventory accounting or job-costing
• CPA designation or CPA candidacy

Benefits

• Health insurance with a $0 deductible, plus dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company-sponsored retirement program
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• One work-from-home day per week after training
• Career growth and continuous professional development

Schedule

After an initial training period, this role includes one work-from-home day per week.

Values

• Leave No Doubt You Care – Put people first and solve problems with empathy.
• Own It – Be accountable, follow through, and take pride in your work.
• Grow to Control Our Destiny – Seek opportunities to grow and improve every day.
• Shape Our Legacy – Improve what you touch and help carry forward our 100+ years of service excellence.

This position is full-time and primarily on-site in the 55421 area. A pre-employment background check is required upon receiving an employment offer.