Staff Accountant

Date Posted	April 18, 2026
Industry	General Accounting, Audit, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Accounts Payable
Job Status	Full-time
Salary	Not Specified

Description:

Description

Staff Accountant

Commercial HVAC, Refrigeration & Plumbing

Phoenix, AZ On Site

$60,000 – $80,000 per year (DOE)

Join a Stable, Growing Mechanical Contractor

Northern Arizona Refrigeration is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting operations across a growing service company in the Greater Phoenix area.

If you have accounting experience in construction, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, or another project-based industry and want to join a respected company with long-term stability, this could be the opportunity for you.

For more than 50 years, NAR has built a strong reputation through trusted partnerships, quality service, and doing business the right way.

Why Join Us?

Compensation & Benefits

$60,000 – $80,000 annual salary based on experience

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off: Up to 20 days + 7 paid holidays (based on experience)

Employee Assistance Program

Long-term career growth with an established local leader

Position Overview

The Staff Accountant plays a key role in daily accounting operations, supporting the Controller with:

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Customer Billing

Payroll Preparation

Reconciliations

Month-End Close Support

This role works closely with field teams, vendors, customers, and leadership to ensure accurate financial processes and timely reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

Process vendor invoices accurately and timely

Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices

Prepare weekly check runs and ACH payments

Maintain vendor records and resolve inquiries

Reconcile AP aging and outstanding balances

Accounts Receivable & Billing

Prepare and send customer invoices

Post incoming payments accurately

Monitor aging reports and assist with collections

Follow up on overdue balances and maintain notes

Coordinate billing with operations and project managers

Process credit memos and billing adjustments

Payroll Preparation

Review employee timecards for completeness and approval

Identify discrepancies such as missing punches or overtime issues

Coordinate new hires, terminations, and pay changes

Prepare payroll support documentation for processing

Assist employees with payroll questions locally

Maintain payroll records for audits and compliance

General Accounting

Reconcile AP, AR, and balance sheet accounts

Support month-end close activities

Maintain organized accounting records

Assist with annual audits

Identify discrepancies and escalate concerns promptly

Qualifications

Required

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)

1–3 years of accounting experience

Strong attention to detail and organization skills

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Ability to work independently with remote supervision

Professional discretion with confidential payroll and employee data

Preferred

Experience in HVAC, construction, mechanical contracting, plumbing, or service industries

Experience with systems such as QuickBooks, Paylocity, BuildOps, or similar software

Ideal Candidate

You are dependable, organized, and take pride in accurate work. You enjoy being part of a team but can also work independently. You’re looking for a long-term opportunity where your accounting skills directly support business success.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to grow your accounting career with a respected Arizona mechanical contractor, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now through Indeed.

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