Accountant

The Accountant is responsible for performing a variety of accounting functions, applying knowledge of GAAP to properly record transactions in the general ledger and analyze variances.  The position may include responsibility for accounts receivable, accounts payable and fixed asset accounting, as well as assisting in internal and external audits. This position will also perform special analytical and reporting projects in the financial area as needed.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Verify general ledger balances, reconcile subsystems to the general ledger, and identify accounting system problems or weaknesses.
2. Reconciles accounts, initiates corrective actions, formulates and recommends system and process changes through evaluation, analysis of problems, and application of accounting theory.
3. Duties may include accounts receivable function, including customer invoicing, recording of payments and deposits, collections and revenue recognition.
4. Duties may include accounts payable function, fixed asset accounting, and monthly sales tax filing.
5. Works with external auditors to facilitate year-end financial audit.
6. Role could include responsibility for certain software maintenance renewals.
7. Recommend accounting procedures and internal controls for general ledger accounts to ensure compliance with GAAP standards and company policies.
8. Assists in special projects and miscellaneous duties, as assigned.

Competencies

• Handles confidential and sensitive information and records with a high degree of discretion, diligence and good judgment.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills. Listens effectively, transmits information accurately and understandably, and actively seeks feedback. Effectively presents and explains information to various group sizes and levels of knowledge.
• Well-organized, self-directed team player. Remains open to others’ ideas, and exhibits willingness to try new things.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business with an accounting emphasis plus two to six years of relevant accounting experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and standard accounting processes and procedures.
• Skilled with accounting software including general accounting software, fixed asset systems and financial reporting software.
• Skilled with PCs and Microsoft Office software including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.