Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required
Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience; multi-entity experience preferred
Strong understanding of accounting theory/GAAP
Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
Ability to meet strict deadlines and prioritize tasks
Strong research and reconciliation skills
Relevant industry experience in Manufacturing/Distribution/Construction is a plus
Responsibilities
Prepare and post month-end, quarter-end, and year-end journal entries for moderate to high-risk accounts
Review reconciliations and journal entries for low to moderate risk accounts
Assist in compilation of LBM Division consolidated reconciliations
Coordinate close activities with the team and ensure timely completion of financial reporting
Maintain moderate to high-risk balance sheet reconciliations for multiple entities
Perform financial analysis and P&L flux reviews on key accounts
Support audits and compliance requirements
Benefits
401(k) with employer match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
PTO, company holidays, and parental leave
Paid training and certifications
Legal assistance and identity protection
Pet insurance
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Full Job Description
QXO is looking for a Lead Accountant to join our LBM Corporate Accounting team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial records through preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, account analysis, and month-end close activities. This role leads critical aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, prepares complex accounting entries, performs financial analysis, and oversees intercompany accounting. The position also exercises review responsibility over designated moderate to high-risk accounts, contributing to the quality and consistency of the close and reporting process.
What you'll do:
Prepare and post month-end, quarter-end, and year-end journal entries for moderate to high-risk accounts.
Review of reconciliations and journal entries for low to moderate risk accounts.
Assist in compilation of LBM Division consolidated reconciliations.
Review payroll activity and prepare/record all related journal entries.
Coordinate close activities with team, review deliverables, manage accounting system open/close procedures, and ensure timely completion of financial reporting activities.
Maintain moderate to high-risk balance sheet reconciliations for multiple entities within a region.
Perform financial analysis and P&L flux reviews on key accounts.
Support audits and compliance requirements.
Partner with field operations and management to resolve accounting issues and align internal processes.
Review of transactions for compliance with GAAP as well as internal accounting policy.
Ad hoc as assigned.
What you'll bring:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required
Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience; experience in multi-entity environments strongly preferred
Strong understanding of accounting theory/GAAP and ability to perform research as necessary.
Must be detail oriented, have strong analytical skills and be technically minded.
Ability to meet strict deadlines and prioritize tasks
Strong research and reconciliation skills required
Relevant industry experience considered a plus: Manufacturing/Distribution/Construction
Team player
Self-motivated
Strong ability to problem solve
Dedicated and committed individual
Work requires professional written and verbal communication as well as great interpersonal skills.
Customer focused (i.e., generating accurate and timely results and effectively and timely communicating to customers, colleagues, and management)
Desire to lead new process creation and implementation
