Staff Accountant (Hybrid)

About the role

NOVA Engineering & Environmental is hiring a Staff Accountant for our Kennesaw, GA corporate office. The ideal candidate will perform professional accounting work requiring advanced knowledge of accounting principles, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and sound accounting judgment.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned month-end and year-end close activities, including analysis of account activity and preparation of required close documentation.
• Prepare, analyze, and post journal entries, accruals, and account reclassifications in accordance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Prepare, review, and analyze bank reconciliations and assigned balance sheet account reconciliations, including investigation and resolution of unusual items or discrepancies.
• Evaluate accounting transactions and supporting documentation to determine appropriate classification, treatment, and recording under GAAP and company procedures.
• Maintain and analyze supporting schedules for prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, fixed assets, depreciation, and other assigned accounts.
• Prepare account analyses, financial schedules, and variance explanations; identify trends, unusual activity, or potential accounting issues and recommend corrective action as appropriate.
• Support monthly financial reporting by analyzing assigned accounts, validating financial data, and providing explanations or documentation for management review.
• Prepare or review business licenses, sales tax filings, and other regulatory filings requiring accounting analysis and accurate interpretation of financial records.
• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation sufficient to support financial reporting, audits, and internal control requirements.
• Exercise professional judgment in prioritizing work, resolving accounting issues, and escalating matters that may materially affect financial reporting or compliance.
• Perform other professional accounting duties and special projects as assigned.

Attributes, Skills, Competencies and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related business field required.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting concepts, account reconciliations, journal entries, accrual accounting, and accounting controls.
• 2+ years of corporate accounting experience involving professional accounting analysis, month-end close activities, reconciliations, and financial schedules.
• Ability to apply accounting knowledge and professional judgment to analyze transactions, interpret financial information, identify discrepancies, and recommend appropriate corrective action.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, documentation, and follow-through.
• Able to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and exercise discretion in handling confidential financial information.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to explain accounting issues and support recommendations to management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• MBA, Master’s degree in Accounting or related field, CPA eligibility, CPA certification, or plans to pursue CPA certification preferred.
• Public accounting, engineering industry, or Deltek Vantagepoint experience a plus.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision.
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
• Certification reimbursement and incentive program.
• Paid time off.
• Company-observed paid holidays.
• Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children.
• Company paid short term disability coverage.
• Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection.
• 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions.

About NOVA

NOVA Engineering & Environmental was established in 1996 to provide Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection services to the design and construction community, largely in the southeastern United States. Since then, NOVA has expanded to include additional service lines such as Facilities and Building Envelope, Forensics, Municipal, and more. NOVA is dedicated to providing a wide variety of projects and services with an emphasis on collaboration and safety. With a team of 650+ personnel in 20 offices serving clients throughout the southeastern United States and beyond, NOVA offers a stimulating and inspiring work environment where employees are recognized for their efforts and achievements and are mentored for professional growth. NOVA is committed to promoting its best internal resources and recruiting a diverse culture of valued and exceptional talent. NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.