General Ledger Accountant

Asphalt Specialists LLC and its affiliates (ASI) is a recognized national leader in the asphalt industry, known for our commitment to quality, innovation, and operational excellence. Our expertise in asphalt services—from paving to maintenance and rehabilitation—has positioned us as a trusted partner in delivering high-performance infrastructure solutions. ASI is dedicated to maximizing value for our clients while ensuring long-term durability and superior service.

We are seeking a highly capable

General Ledger (GL) / Staff Accountant to strengthen our Accounting Department by adding stability, depth, and cross-functional support. This position plays a key role in our financial reporting process and will serve as critical backup coverage within the team, while also assisting with forecasting and data analysis to support smarter business decisions.

• Prepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Prepare internal financial statements, supporting schedules, and month-end work papers.
• Support preparation of management and lender financial reporting packages.
• Assist with year-end audit schedules and respond to auditor inquiries.

• Maintain and ensure accuracy of the general ledger.
• Support payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Ensure proper classification of expenses and capital expenditures.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to streamline accounting workflows.

• Collaborate with the FP&A Analyst to assist in developing and maintaining financial forecasts.
• Once the forecast is developed, take ownership of updating and maintaining it monthly.
• Support data analysis, trend reporting, and dashboard creation for management.
• Use advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, data modeling) to improve and automate reporting tools.

• Train with the Accounting Managers to provide backup coverage for key processes.
• Collaborate with AP, AR, and Operations to ensure data completeness and accuracy.
• Assist in implementing and documenting internal controls.
• Serve as a dependable resource during absences or peak workload periods.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years of general accounting experience; construction or manufacturing industry preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Exceptional Excel skills — advanced use of formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis tools required.
• Experience with Great Plains or similar ERP systems preferred.
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Eager to learn, cross-train, and grow within a high-performing accounting team.

• Meets all of the Company’s core values.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical rigor.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.
• Critical thinking skills and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to work at a computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel to job sites, meetings, and/or conferences as needed.
• Ability to communicate via telephone, email, video, or in person, and present to small groups.

All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the