Staff Accountant

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant supports Bluestem’s accounting team with day-to-day accounts payable, accounts receivable, transaction processing, account reconciliations, and month-end close tasks. Working under the direction of the Controller, this individual helps keep the company’s financial records accurate and up to date. The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in accounting, is detail-oriented, and is eager to learn in a growing, construction-focused business.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
• Support payroll processing and related entries, including job cost allocation
• Assist with progress billing, retainage tracking, and certified payroll reports as needed
• Assist with customer invoicing and payment application
• Own collection follow-up on past-due customer accounts through regular calls, emails, and statements
• Help ensure accuracy of financial data and compliance with accounting policies
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities as requested
• Prepare documentation for audits, tax filings, and external accountants
• Suggest improvements to processes and internal controls

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 1–3 years of accounting experience, including GL, reconciliations, and AP/AR
• Working knowledge of GAAP and accrual accounting
• Intermediate Excel skills, including lookups and pivot tables
• Experience in the landscape, construction, or field services industry a plus
• Familiarity with job costing or Aspire a plus
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential financial and payroll information with discretion

Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based at the Hurst, TX office
• Extended hours during month-end and year-end close if necessary
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods

Benefits Include

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match (up to 4%)
• 15 days paid time off (PTO)
• 6 paid holidays

Bluestem Outdoor Services is a full-service landscape construction and maintenance company serving the Dallas–Fort Worth and Houston markets. We specialize in serving large commercial and multifamily clients, offering turnkey landscape installation and comprehensive maintenance solutions. At Bluestem, we are committed to delivering exceptional results through skilled, dedicated teams and a culture built on quality, reliability, and growth. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.