Sr. Equipment Accountant

Kwest Senior Equipment Accountant Position Description

Position: Sr. Equipment Accountant – Construction Equipment  

Report to: Controller - Operations

Job Description Overview

The Equipment Accountant will help the Kwest Group’s leadership team analyze the economic health of the organization, through accurate and timely financial reports and counsel. As a member of the Accounting team, the primary responsibilities of this position are to carry out equipment costing duties, as well as to assist with preparation of financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Invoice Entry
• Equipment Purchase Orders
• Analyze cost and make sure coded to proper categories.
• Under-Utilization Entries
• Fuel Cards
  • Track, Monitor, and Maintain
  • Monthly Allocations
• Track and Monitor Vehicle Allowance and Compliance
• EZ Pass Management
• Equipment Budgets
  • Monitor, Respective Journal Entries
• Tracking Equipment Leases, Loans, Purchasing
• Fixed Assets
  • Track and confer with Auditors.
  • Depreciation
  • Assist in the development of internal rates.
• IFTA Tax Tracking and Quarterly Filing
• Cost Savings Analysis & Reporting
• Track and Monitor Equipment Damage

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, Business, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must be able to pass a background & drug test.
• Ability to travel to client meetings, conferences, and regional/divisional offices.
• Travel may include air travel and overnight hotel stays.
• Position is based on a 40-hour workweek, with flexibility to adjust during busier weeks, including occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

 Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Frequently required to sit; talk or hear; and use hands to handle, or touch objects or controls.
• Regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the team member may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders.
• Must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The team member must be able to differentiate and / or identify colors.
• Must have knowledge of occupational hazards in construction field and standard safety practices. Must be able to pass the 30 Hour OSHA testing and First Aid/CPR requirements before starting work.
• Must complete and meet requirements under the physical demands of this job description through a pre-employment physical examination.

About Kwest Group

At Kwest Group, we are driven by a clear mission: to lead the civil construction industry through an unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and customer service. As a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), we empower our team members to take ownership of every project, fostering innovation and excellence from concept to completion. Central to our mission is a steadfast commitment to ensuring zero harm to every team member on every project.  This commitment to zero harm is complemented by a comprehensive focus on total human health.

Founded in 2003, Kwest Group has grown from its roots in Port Clinton, Ohio, to become a trusted partner across the United States and the Caribbean. Our journey is defined by building strong, lasting relationships with our clients, grounded in mutual trust, integrity, and a deep understanding of their unique needs.

Core Values

Our core values—Safety, Quality, and Customer Service—are the pillars that support everything we do. These values guide our decisions, shape our culture, and ensure that every project meets the highest standards.

Core Focus

Our core focus is to enrich the lives of our team members by fostering strategic growth and profitability, ensuring a safe, thriving, and values-driven company. We believe that by investing in our people, we create a foundation for long-term success that benefits our clients, team members, and communities.

Our Niche

Kwest Group excels in performing complex civil construction projects safely. Our expertise enables us to tackle the most demanding projects with confidence, delivering exceptional results that our clients can rely on.

Target Market

Our target market includes energy, industrial, public, federal, and rail clients across the United States, with particular emphasis on the Midwest, Appalachia, and Southeast regions. We remain open to engaging with like-minded partners from any location when the right opportunity arises. We seek clients who exhibit financial stability, align with our core values, foster collaborative relationships, and share a forward-thinking perspective.

Four Uniques

Kwest Group stands out in the industry with our four uniques:

• Safety Priority: Safety is ingrained in our culture and is our foremost commitment on every project.
• Agile Team: Our adaptable and responsive team is capable of quickly adjusting to the evolving needs of our clients and projects.
• Collaborative Construction Services: We foster strategic partnerships and interconnected relationships to deliver superior outcomes.
• Team Integrity Focus: Integrity guides our team’s actions, ensuring transparency, fairness, and accountability throughout our organization.

Our dedication to safety and excellence has been recognized industry wide. Kwest Group was honored as the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) 2024 Contractor of the Year and has received national safety recognition awards from prestigious organizations like ABC and the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).

At Kwest Group, we are also dedicated to making a positive impact beyond our project sites. Our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives reflect our commitment to responsible business practices, from reducing our carbon footprint to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

EEO

Kwest Group maintains a non-discrimination policy for all team members and applicants in every facet of the company’s operations. In compliance with federal and state laws, Kwest Group recruits, hires, trains, and promotes all qualified team members, in all job titles, without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, citizenship, national origin, disability, veteran status or genetic information.