Accountant II

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Creates appropriate entries and schedules in preparation of the financial statement close and consolidation process on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis.  Assists in the identification and resolution of accounting issues encountered while keeping the Supervisor and Manager apprised of potential issues requiring attention.  Interfaces with personnel across all field locations during Interim and annual audit on an as needed basis.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES 

80 %     Revenue Analysis

• Perform reconciliations of general ledger accounts, analyzes, and resolves discrepancies.
• Prepare journal entries during month end close process.
• Analyze Income Statement and Balance Sheet accounts during monthly exception review process.

• Provide assistance in preparation of supporting schedules for quarterly footnotes and backlog during 10Q/K reporting.
• Produce and analyze error free internal management reports on a monthly basis.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly Sox controls; ensures timely completion with accuracy.
• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency. 
• Review cemetery sales contracts to ensure proper revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare cost versus revenue analysis to analyze relationships and trends relating to products.
• Perform accounting research related to revenue recognition, account receivable and reserve as necessary.
• Calculate and records cancellation reserves and bad debt allowance.
• Assist the Supervisor and Manager with special projects as necessary.

20 %      Auditing and Compliance

• Perform income statement verification and analysis.
• Provide assistance during contract and revenue testing.
• Assist with variance explanation for Balance Sheet Flux.
• Assist the supervisor in the coordination of the internal and external audits.
• Provide schedules and documentation to internal and external audit groups.

Core / Critical Competencies

Demonstrates a Commitment to Services Excellence, Trustworthiness and Integrity

• Shows consistency among principles, values, ethical standards and personal behavior
• Is trusted by supervisors and peers to keep one’s word and follow through on commitments

Promote Innovation

• Brainstorms and generates new ways to look at processes and problems
• Assists the team in identifying cost savings and revenue opportunities
• Generates new ideas and initiatives

Achieve Results

• Balances time, resources and quality requirements to achieve business goals
• Sets high standards of performance for self and others
• Assists in driving the achievement of agreed-upon results

Display Adaptability

• Actively supports change initiatives 
• Assists the Supervisors in coaching junior level staff to adapt to multiple demands, shifting priorities, and rapid change