Accountant I (Stamford, CT) at United Rentals
Stamford, CT
About the Job
Great company
Great people
Great opportunities.If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As an Accountant at United Rentals, you will be responsible for performing monthly accounting activities for operations throughout the US and Canada
Duties include performing general ledger account reconciliations, monthly close tasks, and providing accounting support to field operations and corporate, as necessary.**Please note this is a hybrid role in Stamford, CT**What you'll do:Perform monthly close processes and account reconciliations in support of the monthly close processComplete balance sheet account reconciliations; explain period fluctuations and research/clear account transactionsExecute assigned monthly close processes and book general ledger journal entries with proper support, timely and accuratelyUpdate instructions for current procedures/processes, as neededProvide assistance to regions, districts and branches for accounting mattersRespond to inquiries from the field on accounting matters related to assigned responsibilitiesProvide financial reporting support related to assigned responsibilities to the Regions as necessaryComplete ad hoc analyses related to assigned responsibilitiesProvide financial data related to assigned responsibilities to fulfill both internal and external requests for financial data efficientlyIdentify process improvement opportunities that adds value to companyOther duties assigned as neededRequirements:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or comparable work experience requiredCPA/CMA designation or MBA preferredPublic and/or private accounting experience preferredExcellent PC skills (MS Office including advanced Excel skills)Financial accounting software skills preferredStrong verbal and written communication and organizational skillsAbility to multi-task and shift priorities as necessary**Please note this is a hybrid role in Stamford, CT**Why join us?We don't just ""talk the talk!"" We're an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) that truly cares about our people - That's why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family
In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:Paid Parental LeaveUnited Compassion FundEmployee Discount ProgramCareer Development & Promotional OpportunitiesAdditional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)Paid Sick LeaveAn inclusive and welcoming cultureLearn more about our full US benefit offerings here.Mutual respect for the dignity and fundamental rights of all persons defines our culture
United Rentals, Inc
is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law
If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email
The values that define your service-leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork-are the same values that drive our success
With many veterans already part of our team, we're ready to help you transition into a rewardingcareer.United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities
The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.
Great people
Great opportunities.If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As an Accountant at United Rentals, you will be responsible for performing monthly accounting activities for operations throughout the US and Canada
Duties include performing general ledger account reconciliations, monthly close tasks, and providing accounting support to field operations and corporate, as necessary.**Please note this is a hybrid role in Stamford, CT**What you'll do:Perform monthly close processes and account reconciliations in support of the monthly close processComplete balance sheet account reconciliations; explain period fluctuations and research/clear account transactionsExecute assigned monthly close processes and book general ledger journal entries with proper support, timely and accuratelyUpdate instructions for current procedures/processes, as neededProvide assistance to regions, districts and branches for accounting mattersRespond to inquiries from the field on accounting matters related to assigned responsibilitiesProvide financial reporting support related to assigned responsibilities to the Regions as necessaryComplete ad hoc analyses related to assigned responsibilitiesProvide financial data related to assigned responsibilities to fulfill both internal and external requests for financial data efficientlyIdentify process improvement opportunities that adds value to companyOther duties assigned as neededRequirements:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or comparable work experience requiredCPA/CMA designation or MBA preferredPublic and/or private accounting experience preferredExcellent PC skills (MS Office including advanced Excel skills)Financial accounting software skills preferredStrong verbal and written communication and organizational skillsAbility to multi-task and shift priorities as necessary**Please note this is a hybrid role in Stamford, CT**Why join us?We don't just ""talk the talk!"" We're an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) that truly cares about our people - That's why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family
In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:Paid Parental LeaveUnited Compassion FundEmployee Discount ProgramCareer Development & Promotional OpportunitiesAdditional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)Paid Sick LeaveAn inclusive and welcoming cultureLearn more about our full US benefit offerings here.Mutual respect for the dignity and fundamental rights of all persons defines our culture
United Rentals, Inc
is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law
If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email
careers@ur.com
for assistance.At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their familiesThe values that define your service-leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork-are the same values that drive our success
With many veterans already part of our team, we're ready to help you transition into a rewardingcareer.United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities
The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.
