Benefits:
Full-Time | Reports to Controller
Department: Finance & Accounting
Location: Lowell, AR (onsite)
Reports To: Controller
FLSA Status: Exempt
Travel: Minimal
Last Updated: March 2026
Black Raven Trades Group (BRTG) is a PE-backed electrical services platform operating across
multiple states under the Mister Sparky franchise model. We are a high-growth company in active
acquisition mode, and our Finance team sits at the center of our operational and strategic decision-
making.
The Senior Staff Accountant is a critical member of BRTG's accounting function, reporting directly to
the Controller and working in close partnership with the CFO. This role supports the finance
department by ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining financial records and
assisting with various accounting tasks and serves as the day-to-day engine behind our financial
reporting and lender compliance obligations. The right candidate thrives in a fast-paced, PE-backed
environment, has a sharp eye for variance analysis, and brings a continuous improvement mindset to
everything they touch.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform day-to-day accounting functions, including AP, AR, general ledger and bank
reconciliation
• Lead and execute monthly close activities in coordination with the Controller, ensuring timely
and accurate financial statement preparation
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid amortization, fixed asset activity,
and inter-company allocations
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly and resolve open items on a timely basis
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and other financial accounts to ensure
accuracy and completeness
• Monitor daily cash positions across operating entities and flag liquidity risks proactively
• Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements covering revenue,
gross profit, marketing performance, financing mix, and Adjusted EBITDA
• Prepare regional and market-level P&L analyses across BRTG’s operating markets to support
regional manager reviews
• Coordinate with the Controller and external advisors on audit and lender diligence requests
• Support the annual budgeting process, including collection and consolidation of inputs, model
build, and scenario analysis
• Support M&A integration activities as BRTG continues to expand its acquisition pipeline
• Assist with IT-related capitalization and expense classification decisions and EBITDA add-back
documentation
• Contribute to process documentation and internal controls development as the company scales
• Assist with ad hoc financial modeling and analysis and other duties as assigned by Controller or
CFO
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3–6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a multi-entity or multi-location
environment
• Strong technical accounting skills with hands-on month-end close ownership experience
• Proficiency in cash flow forecasting and variance analysis
• Advanced Excel skills; comfortable working with large data sets and building financial models
from scratch
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to present financial information clearly to
non-finance stakeholders
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges
Preferred
• CPA (licensed or candidate) strongly preferred
• Experience in a PE-backed company, franchise business model, or field services / trades
industry
• Familiarity with lender reporting, debt covenant compliance, or working with PE sponsors
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage) and reporting tools
• Exposure to M&A integration, acquisition accounting, or multi-entity consolidations
What We Offer
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus program
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunity for career advancement as BRTG continues its rapid growth trajectory
• Direct exposure to PE-sponsor dynamics, M&A activity, and strategic finance in a high-growth
platform
• Collaborative, high-performance team culture with a focus on continuous improvement
About Black Raven Trades Group
Black Raven Trades Group is a PE-backed electrical services platform operating under the Mister
Sparky franchise network across multiple states. Backed by experienced investors with a focus on the
home services sector, BRTG is actively building a best-in-class franchise platform through organic
growth and strategic acquisitions. Our Finance team is lean, high-impact, and deeply integrated with
operational leadership.
Black Raven Trades Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
Mister Sparky, what it means to be ELITE!
At Mister Sparky we provide legendary service to our customers to restore the reverence of our trade. We improve the lives of our customers and always do the right thing. We accept nothing but the best! Are you ready to be a part of the best?
Each franchise location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. The franchisee sets their own compensation and benefits. All inquiries about employment, benefits, scheduling and compensation at this franchise should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Mister Sparky Corporate.
Whether your plan is to start an electrical service business, grow or sell, when you join our family of brands, you will not be alone.You will be part of a nationwide network of residential service contractors. Many had established businesses before they made the decision to convert. Mister Sparky® is a brand leader that’s ranked # 1 in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 electrical services (2014 - 2017, 2019).
It’s easy to see we’re doing something different to help our franchisee owners achieve their goals.
We are not your typical franchise. Our operating model offers you a proven system for success and achieving the next business goal you've set for yourself.
When you come onboard with us, you’ll realize:
- You can do so much more for your customers, your employees and yourself.
- Contractors who qualify may receive financial support to help in the transition.
- You’ll still retain 100% ownership of your company!
Each of our franchisees is experienced, talented, and uniquely qualified to be included in our peer-to-peer network. Sit down with us and let’s discuss a plan that will work for your business. Start the conversation today.
Mister Sparky® Electric is part of the franchise brands of Clockwork Inc., and the Authority Brands family.
