Accountant

ECC (Electronic Contracting Company) is a full‑service technology systems integrator with more than 65 years of experience delivering innovative solutions across the Midwest. We design, install, and service Audio/Visual, electronic security, fire safety, communications, healthcare, and managed services technologies that make spaces smarter, safer, and more connected. Our success is built on our people and a culture rooted in ownership, collaboration, and integrity. Together, we create technology solutions that empower organizations today and are built for the future.

Job Summary

The Accountant position supports the day-to-day accounting operations, including AP/AR, journal entries, reconciliations, and basic financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and post routine journal entries.

Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations.

Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.

Support month-end close.

Maintain fixed asset subledger and run depreciation.

Assist with tax filings and audit requests.

Leadership Ownership

Demonstrates ownership of assigned processes and drives tasks to completion with minimal oversight.

Leads by example through high standards of accuracy, accountability, and ethical behavior.

Supports team development by sharing knowledge, mentoring peers, and contributing to a collaborative work environment.

Takes initiative to identify process gaps and propose solutions that improve efficiency and control.

Critical Thinking Problem Solving

Analyzes financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and root causes of issues.

Applies sound judgment to resolve complex accounting problems and escalate when required.

Evaluates the impact of system or process changes on financial reporting and internal controls.

Uses data-driven analysis to recommend improvements to workflows, reporting, and compliance.

Communication Cross-Functional Collaboration

Communicates clearly and professionally with finance and non-finance teams.

Translates complex accounting concepts into easy-to-understand explanations for stakeholders.

Partners effectively with operations, FP A, procurement, and other departments to support accurate reporting.

Provides timely responses to internal and external inquiries, including auditors and leadership.

Systems Technology Skills

Works efficiently across multiple financial systems, ERPs, and reporting tools.

Navigates and reconciles data between subsystems such as AP/AR platforms, bank portals, and payroll systems.

Supports system upgrades, data validation, and process improvements involving automation or integration.

Ensures data accuracy by maintaining clean, reliable source information across platforms.

Process Documentation Standardization

Creates and maintains detailed SOPs, process maps, and work instructions for accounting procedures.

Ensures documentation remains up to date and compliant with internal controls and audit requirements.

Identifies opportunities to streamline workflows and formalize repeatable processes.

Contributes to the development of internal controls and best practices for month-end close.

Excel Analytical Expertise

Demonstrates proficiency in Excel including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and data modeling.

Uses Excel to analyze financial data, prepare schedules, automate recurring tasks, and validate system outputs.

Deadline Management Time Prioritization

Consistently meets month-end, quarter-end, and year-end deadlines with high-quality deliverables.

Prioritizes tasks effectively to balance multiple deadlines and competing priorities.

Plans workload proactively to ensure timely completion of close activities and stakeholder requests.

Maintains strong organizational habits to track deliverables, follow-ups, and process dependencies.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

3–5 years of experience.

Basic understanding of GAAP

Why ECC?

Competitive compensation

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Employer paid Short term and long-term disability Insurance

401K with 4% match

FSA and LSA

PTO

Growth opportunities in a fast‑advancing healthcare technology division

A fun and inclusive culture

Laptop/tech provided

Cell phone stipend

ECC merch stipend twice a year

Every Friday is payday!