Staff Accountant
Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety
At Kelso Industries, 3,500+ employees across 30 companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.
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Staff Accountant
About Kelso Industries
Kelso Industries is a growing, private-equity–backed platform operating multiple businesses across the U.S. We support our operating companies through a centralized corporate finance and accounting function while maintaining a strong partnership mindset with local leadership teams. Our environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and built for professionals who want exposure to multi-entity accounting.
About the RoleKelso Industries is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support general accounting activities across multiple operating entities. This role will focus on core accounting fundamentals, month-end close execution, and balance sheet integrity. The ideal candidate has hands-on close experience, strong ERP exposure, and is comfortable working in a hybrid, in-office environment.
This is not an entry-level role, but also not a senior or manager-level position. It is well-suited for someone with 2–4 years of experience looking to continue building a strong accounting foundation in a growing organization.
What You’ll Do
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Support and execute month-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations
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Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations
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Assist with fixed asset and lease roll-forwards
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Support intercompany accounting and eliminations across multiple entities
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Partner with internal teams to research and resolve accounting discrepancies
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Assist with audit requests and documentation as needed
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Maintain accurate records in ERP and financial reporting systems
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Contribute to continuous improvement of close processes and controls
Qualifications
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2–4 years of accounting experience in corporate accounting, public accounting, or a combination
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Hands-on experience with month-end close
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Able to clearly articulate close timelines, responsibilities, and ownership
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Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite strongly preferred)
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Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliations
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Prior audit or Big 4 experience is a plus, not required
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CPA not required
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Strong communication skills and attention to detail
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Ability to work effectively in a multi-entity environment
Office & Work Expectations
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This is a hybrid role with regular in-office presence required
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Candidates must be comfortable commuting to the office as part of their normal work schedule
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This is not a fully remote position
Why Join Kelso Industries?
Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.
Here you will experience:
Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.
Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.
Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.
Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business
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