Staff Accountant

Company Overview:

Aggregate Resource Industries, Inc. (ARI) is a leading mining and construction services contractor headquartered in Springfield, Oregon. We specialize in providing comprehensive solutions for the mining and construction industries, including rock drilling, blasting, and crushing operations throughout the United States. Our commitment to safety, innovation, and quality has established ARI as a trusted partner for mining and construction projects nationwide — and earned us recognition as one of Oregon’s Top Workplaces for our dedication to employees and culture.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our accounting team at ARI! This role plays a key part in supporting our accounting operations by managing accounts receivable, preparing daily reports for customers, maintaining accounting systems, and assisting with month-end close. This position handles variety of accounting functions while also taking ownership of process improvements and contributing to broader team projects.

This is a full-time, in-office role based at our Springfield, Oregon headquarters. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, organized, and proactive professionals with strong accounting experience who are eager to grow into broader leadership responsibilities. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy problem-solving, and want the opportunity to develop as an emerging leader, this position is a great fit.

Compensation:

- Wage Range: :$26.00-$34.00/hour, depending on experience

- Generous benefits package including comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and more.

Qualifications:

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

- Experience: 2+ years of accounting experience (construction or job-costing environment preferred).

- Software Proficiency: Proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP/accounting software.

- Drug Test and Physical Requirement: Pre-employment drug test and physical required.

Additional Skills Required:

- Attention to Detail:: Strong attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve problems.

- Team Oriented: Willingness to learn, support others, and grow into broader responsibilities.

- Organization: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

- Flexibility:: Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that changes priorities quickly.

- Influence and Accountability: :Demonstrated ability to take ownership of processes and outcomes.

- Communication: Skilled in both verbal and written communication with strong cross-departmental collaboration.

- Problem Solving & Improvement: :Proactive in identifying inefficiencies and leading improvements in accounting systems and workflows.

- Technology: Adaptability and enthusiasm for embracing new technology.

Job Responsibilities:

- Accounts Receivable: Prepares and post A/R invoices; reconcile supplier invoices to project records in coordination with the operations team.

- Timecard Review: Reviews employee timecards for accuracy and consistency with billing procedures.

- Customer Reporting: Generates daily project reports for customers in coordination with the operations team.

- Inventory Reconciliation: Assists with reconciling inventory transactions in the accounting system.

- Cycle Maintenance: Updates and maintains periodic accounting cycle spreadsheets.

- System Cleanup: Facilitates cleanup of outdated or inaccurate system data.

- Process Improvement: Documents and supports consistent accounting processes and procedures.

- Month-End Close: Assists with close tasks, including reconciliations, audit preparation, and sales/use tax filings

- Transactional Support: Provides backup support for accounts payable and other daily accounting functions.

- Phone Line Support: Assists the office team by answering incoming phone calls related to accounts questions and fielding inquiries as necessary.

- Project Assistance: Supports accounting projects and broader team initiatives as needed.

Benefits:

- Paid Time Off :

- Paid Holidays:

- Health Insurance: We offer health insurance at a cost of $54/month for the employee portion of the basic plan. We also offer buy up plan options that have lower deductibles.

- Vision Insurance: We pay 100% of employee premiums

- Dental Insurance: We pay 25% of employee premiums

- Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees are given the option to contribute a portion of their earnings, pre-tax, into a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). They can use the funds contributed to their account to pay for qualified medical or dependent care expenses that are not covered by insurance.

- Voluntary Insurance: We offer a voluntary insurance program for Critical Illness, Accident Protection, Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance.

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): With this benefit program, employees and members of their household can receive free, confidential counseling services:to help work through both personal and professional issues.

- 401k :We match 100% of the first 3% of your salary that you contribute, and 50% of the amount that exceeds 3%, up to 5% of your annual earnings. In addition, ARI may make a profit-sharing contribution to your account at the end of the plan year.

ARI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, or on the basis of disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or other bases prohibited by applicable law.: