About this role
Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations: Kent, OH
Additional Locations: NA
Work Site: Hybrid
Req ID: 220096
Position Overview
The Senior Accountant is a key contributor to Davey Tree’s financial reporting function. Reporting to the Senior Manager of External Reporting and Analysis, this role supports the preparation and filing of all Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) reports, including the annual Form 10-K and quarterly Form 10-Q. This position is responsible for preparing calculations and analysis supporting these filings, as well as researching and implementing new accounting pronouncements and assisting with other projects as necessary.
Job Duties
- Support the preparation of external financial reports, including SEC Form 10-Q and 10-K reports, and prepare supporting schedules underlying the reported financial information
- Assist with requests from independent auditors related to quarterly reviews and the annual audit
- Contribute to detailed review of Xtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) tagging of financial statements and footnotes
- Prepare financial statement analytics for internal control purposes and for review by external auditors
- Research accounting guidance and assist with implementation of new accounting pronouncements
- Assist with the preparation of the annual employee benefit plan financial statements and other supplemental financial statements as required
- Assist with environmental impact reporting
- Contribute to monthly internal financial reporting process
- Identify and support opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency
- Lead or participate in special projects as needed
Minimum Job Requirements
- Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to meet deadlines without compromising accuracy
- Strong work ethic, motivated self-starter
- Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Experience supporting SEC filings preferred
- Experience with Workiva preferred
- Experience with SAP or other ERP systems preferred
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent professional degree
- Minimum of 3-5+ years of relevant experience, with SEC reporting or public accounting experience strongly preferred
- CPA license preferred
Additional Information
We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.
- Group health plans*
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
- Life insurance*
- Paid parental leave
- 401k with up to a 4% company match**
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan: opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
- Holidays and paid time off*
- Payroll savings plan*
- Charitable matching gift program*
- Employee referral bonus program *
- Employee Educational Scholarship*
- Davey Family Scholarship*
- 20% discount on all Davey services*
- Cell phone discounts*
- Vehicle purchase discount program*
- Plus, so much more!
*All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
**Union employees are not eligible for 401k but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by local union.
Company Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company and its subsidiaries value each individual and strive to encourage diverse ideas and perspectives to inspire collaboration and empower our employees. We believe our commitment to building a culture of belonging by treating everyone with respect, dignity, empathy, and care is critical to achieving our vision and mission.
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: None