Staff Accountant

Get started on an exciting career at Element!

Element employees make a difference in the lives of others every day. We are re-defining the fleet management industry to be people first, then business – delivering on our promise of a superior client experience. This takes hard work and innovation, and we need more like-minded people on our team.

About the Role

We’re looking for a detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Staff Accountant. In this role, you will be responsible for general ledger accounting activities including preparation, maintenance, and reconciliation of general ledger accounts and financial statements.

What You’ll Do

•  Compile and analyzes financial information to prepare general ledger entries

• Performs statistical analysis to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes to general ledger accounts

• Resolves inconsistent or inaccurate financial information in preparation of schedules, account reconciliations, and reports

• Assists in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP

• Other duties as assigned, including special projects

Basic Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in accounting

• Experience with general ledger functions, preparing and reviewing account reconciliations, and identifying, researching, and resolving problems

• Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures and principles

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and especially Excel)

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Access – accounting software

Preferred Qualifications

• The ideal candidate plans to pursue their CPA

• Experience including the month-end/year-end close processes strongly preferred

• Experience with intercompany transactions preferred

Location: Owings Mills, MD

The hiring base salary range for this position is $51,600 to $71,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range will be dependent upon the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. Please note that the disclosed salary range is solely for candidates hired to perform work within this geographic location. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location.

What’s in it for You
•  A culture of innovation, empowerment, decision-making, and accountability
•  Comprehensive health and welfare benefits that serve the needs of you and your family and foster a culture of wellness
•  Additional benefits and amenities, including paid time-off programs (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)
 

Applicants will be required to undergo a background check only if and after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.

Element Fleet Management and its wholly owned subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military obligations or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws. Disability-related accommodations during the application and interview process are available upon request. Should you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to talentacquisition@elementcorp.com or call (800) 665-9744. Element Fleet Management also uses AI-assisted tools to help screen and assess applications. These tools analyze information you provide (for example, your rēsumē and screening responses) to identify job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. AI outputs do not by themselves determine whether you advance or receive an offer – they assist recruiters and hiring managers. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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