If you are excited about starting a career with a firm that values individual growth and work-life balance, SEK may be the fit you are looking for. We offer flexible schedules and reduced hours in the summer to support employee needs to balance their personal and work life. In addition, we strive to provide and maintain a positive work environment where each employee feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture. We are currently looking for an Accountant in the Hagerstown office to serve the Administrative department of SEK.

This professional position performs various daily accounting functions. Responsible for payroll processing, maintenance of fixed asset system, depreciation schedules and assists Controller with financial closing process, preparation of monthly journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliation, cash verification and other duties assigned. Supports and follows through with the vision, mission, goals, and objectives of SEK CPAs & Advisors. This position reports to the Controller.

SEK CPAs & Advisors are a full-service accounting and consulting firm with offices in Carlisle, Hanover, York, Chambersburg, and Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, and Hagerstown, MD. The firm was founded in 1963 and has grown to be one of the top CPA firms in the Quad-State Region with 28 partners and a total staff of 175. Our professionals are recognized for their expertise in accounting, auditing, and tax functions. We have also established specialty areas such as business valuation, employee benefit planning and administration, estate planning and compliance, and small business consulting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Regularly prepares and processes payroll.
• Performs computer input and enters monthly journal entries into the accounting software system.
• Oversees accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Compiles financial data and completes comprehensive industry surveys.
• Maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts for real estate entities.
• Maintains W-9 documentation and annually prepares 1099’s.
• Supports Controller with special projects and accounting related tasks.
• Identifies and recommends changes that will enhance or improve current processes.

SEK CPAs & Advisors Benefits & Perks:

• 3+ weeks of PTO
• Flexible schedules (including half-day Fridays in the summer)
• Teleworking
• Dress for your day policy (jeans included)
• Culture of growth and opportunity
• 401k profit sharing plan
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Individual Medical Insurance covered by SEK

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related business field
• 2+ years of professional accounting experience
• Strong and effective mathematical and clerical skills, with the ability to accurately compile, prepare and verify detailed information
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with accounting software
• Thorough knowledge of general ledger accounting and account reconciliation
• Highly detail-oriented
• Strong and effective written and spoken (English) communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present reports in a clear, concise and effective manner
• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively across the organization
• High level of ethics and integrity. Must demonstrate ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, Bill.com, MS Word, Excel and Outlook preferred

EOE STATEMENT - We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.