Senior Accountant

Company OverviewUpchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan.Position SummaryThe Senior Accountant plays a key role within Corporate Accounting, supporting accurate financial reporting, month-end close, general ledger activity, reconciliations, compliance, and accounting process improvement. This position partners closely with Corporate Finance, divisional accounting teams, operations, and leadership to ensure financial information is timely, accurate, and aligned with company policies.The role supports corporate accounting functions within a Services/Contractor organization and is responsible for maintaining strong financial discipline across entities, departments, and shared-service processes. The position relies heavily on Sage Intacct for general ledger, reporting, reconciliations, and compliance activities, while also supporting integration and coordination with operational systems such as BuildOps where financial data connects to accounting workflows.Key ResponsibilitiesCorporate Financial Reporting & CloseSupport monthly close processes across corporate accounting functions using Sage IntacctPrepare and post journal entries, accruals, reclasses, allocations, and other accounting adjustmentsPrepare financial schedules, variance analysis, and supporting documentation for month-end reviewMaintain general ledger accuracy across assigned accounts, departments, and entitiesEnsure compliance with corporate accounting policies, internal controls, and audit requirementsPartner with the Controller’s office on financial reporting, close improvement, and accounting review activitiesGeneral Ledger, Reconciliations & ControlsPerform balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely mannerAnalyze account activity to identify unusual trends, coding issues, or required adjustmentsSupport intercompany accounting, allocations, and recurring corporate entries as assignedMaintain proper documentation for reconciliations, journal entries, and financial schedulesSupport audit requests, compliance reviews, and internal control activities related to assigned areasShared Services & Accounting SupportSupport corporate accounting activity related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, cash receipts, and expense reporting as neededResearch and help resolve accounting discrepancies, coding questions, timing issues, and payment or billing variancesCoordinate with divisional teams to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and consistentlyAssist with corporate reporting packages, management schedules, and supporting analysisProvide responsive accounting support to internal stakeholders while maintaining strong financial controlsSystems, Process Improvement & Cross-Functional PartnershipWork closely with Corporate Finance, divisional accounting teams, operations, and leadership to support accurate and efficient accounting processesSupport consistent and effective use of Sage Intacct across corporate accounting, reporting, and reconciliation workflowsAssist with system and process improvements that strengthen close timelines, reporting accuracy, and internal controlsParticipate in continuous improvement initiatives related to financial processes, data integrity, and accounting workflowsSupport integration points between accounting systems and operational platforms such as BuildOps to ensure clean, reliable financial dataQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field2+ years of corporate accounting, general ledger, financial reporting, or public accounting experienceStrong understanding of general accounting principles, account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, intercompany activity, and financial reportingExperience with ERP systems, preferably Sage IntacctStrong Excel skills and ability to analyze financial data accuratelyAbility to communicate financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholdersPreferredDirect experience using Sage Intacct for general ledger, reconciliations, and financial reportingExperience with multi-entity accounting, intercompany transactions, allocations, or shared-services accountingExperience in construction, MEP, service, or project-based accounting environmentsCPA or CMA eligibility, progress toward certification, or interest in pursuing certificationExperience working in a matrixed organization with both divisional and corporate reporting linesBenefits:Competitive pay based on <experience.Health>, dental, and vision insurance.Paid time off and holiday pay.Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance.Equal Employment Opportunity:Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. 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