Accountant

Job Description

Accountant-Entry Level | Bradford Systems

The Tone:
This is a full-time, hybrid role at Bradford Systems. The company is a premier provider of smart storage and space-optimization solutions, helping organizations across various industries enhance facility efficiency, organization, and scalability. This Accountant role is crucial for supporting the company’s daily accounting and financial operations. It offers the opportunity to contribute to end-to-end solutions, from design to ongoing support, for a company that values practical innovation, collaboration, accountability, and exceptional customer service.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid

• Mission: This role ensures the accurate and efficient management of the company’s day-to-day financial activities and compliance.
• Tech Stack: Accounting software, Enterprise Resource Planning systems, AI tools and technologies, Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Operations: Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoice processing, and expense tracking, ensuring smooth day-to-day financial transactions.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and review comprehensive financial statements and management reports, while assisting with crucial budgeting, forecasting, and detailed financial analysis.
• Account Reconciliation: Execute thorough reconciliation of bank, balance sheet, and general ledger accounts, providing essential support for all month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Compliance & Records: Maintain accurate financial records and meticulously ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and all applicable regulations.
• Process Improvement & AI: Actively identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and overall efficiency, responsibly deploying AI and automation tools to streamline tasks and enhance data analysis while protecting confidential information.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, combined with prior accounting experience in a corporate or small-to-medium-sized business environment suitable for an entry-level professional.
• Experience: Demonstrated knowledge of general accounting principles, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management, alongside practical experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Skills: Proficiency with core accounting software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems; intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills; strong working knowledge of GAAP and compliance requirements; and demonstrated ability to responsibly apply AI tools for process improvement, data analysis, and reporting while safeguarding confidential data. Additionally, candidates must possess excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and clear communication abilities for effective collaboration.
• Bonus: Experience within the equipment, material-handling, storage-solutions, or construction industries is beneficial.