Corporate Accountant

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.

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