Staff Accountant

This position is responsible for performing accounting processes related to general accounting (expenses and balance sheet) within the Enterprise Service Center (ESC). This position supports a team in their interactions with Accounting Managers and internal stakeholders; ensures that software and other tools are available and functional to efficiently and effectively process accounting tasks; ensures that process flows and accountabilities executed and followed to maintain strong internal controls and safeguard the assets of ABM Industries; manages the processing of cash, bank, accounts payable, prepaid expenses, commissions and other general expenses accounting records related records; ensures that appropriate accounting related training is completed within deadlines; ensures that appropriate benchmarks are monitored against processes and systems; and escalates process improvements supporting management efforts.

Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM 2026 Employee Benefits | Staff & Management

Review expense dashboards (i.e. credit card, utilities, etc.) to analyze month-over-month variances and against budget/forecast and collaborate with Operation/Field

Actively support Operations/Fields Managers with inquires dealing with accounts payable, prepaid expenses, commissions and other expenses and providing relevant financial analysis

Compile the Tax Year End Schedule (YES) Package, gathering necessary financial data and documentation for tax reporting purposes.

Responsible for the preparation of reconciliations for cash, bank, accounts payable (AP), prepaid expenses, commissions, and other expense accounts, as well as all other financial transaction and data processing and reports related to the preparation of the monthly financial statements

Support processes to prepare and maintain schedules and supporting documentation needed for management, internal and external reporting, external auditors, and SOX requirements

Work closely with the Accounting Organization leadership to see that Record-to-Report process flows and accountabilities are maintained and supported

Support month-end and year-end close efforts for Record-to-Report processes including performing accruals, reclasses and adjustments; ensure individual deadlines and deliverables are met accurately and timely

Work with the relevant teams to drive and manage process improvements, up and downstream, in the Record-to-Report processes

Engage in cross-training on departmental functions and work flexibly to assist other staff and/or fill in, as needed

Maintain systems, and policies and procedures, to ensure adherence to company guidelines and accounting standards

Maintain culture of service. This culture includes developing and maintaining relationships with the field operations teams, ESC teams, and stakeholders and partners in Source-to-Pay, FP&A, IT, HR, Internal Audit, and others. Ensure there is two-way communication and a feedback loop to optimize process outcomes

Support robust communication plans and maintain open lines of communication with counterparts, clients, and stakeholders, including routine insights on pre-planned cadences

Assist with quarter and year-end audit requests

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline

2-3 years of Record-to-Report and accounting experience, preferably with exposure to general accounting, within a Shared Services Environment

Experience with Oracle Cloud Finance (OCF) General Ledger (GL); OCF Portfolio Management (PPM); OCF Smart View; OCF Reports; Account Reconciliation System (ARCS); Enterprise Journals highly preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; PowerBI experience highly preferred

Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)