Senior Accountant I

Description

The primary job responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, posting journal entries, reconciliations, process improvement, fixed-assets, and inventory. The Senior Accountant also provides assistance during period close and external audit processes. This position requires a highly motivated and analytical   thinker who is able to work through complex problems and make valid GL accounting recommendations. The Senior Accountant position requires management and leadership skills.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overall responsibility for general ledger   maintenance to include: preparing, reviewing, auditing and verifying journal entries as well as recording accruals, deferrals and reserves

• Processing and reporting of fixed assets including periodic depreciation, retirement, transfer and impairments

• Researching and reconciling all   discrepancies in GL accounts

• Following internal controls as identified by   management and ensuring GL team is in compliance

• Performing financial analysis as needed

• Coaching and training team members

• Addressing and resolving GL accounting issues caused in other accounting system modules

• Assisting in accounting close by monitoring the process and maintaining and reviewing related logs

• Assisting in external audit process to   include preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditors’ inquiries

• Competency in more advanced functionalities   of MS Excel such as pivots, lookups, and data manipulation functions

• Ability to cover selected responsibilities   of Financial Accounting Manager on an as-needed basis 

• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Accounting   degree with at least 4 years of experience is required. CPA certification is not required but is strongly preferred. Ideal candidates will possess the ability to communicate   in a professional manner and demonstrate strong verbal and written   communication skills. This position requires the ability to work in a fast   paced, high-volume work setting and maintain a positive and productive team   environment. A high regard for accuracy and attention to detail, along with   strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks to   meet deadlines, is required. Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office   programs is required, and experience working with Great Plains software and   online applications systems is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In order to successfully perform the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to effectively remain in a stationary position for long   periods of time, operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, communicate with others in person and over the phone, and move about inside   the office. This position requires the   ability to sit, effectively use hands and fingers, talk and listen, reach   with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and crouch. Occasionally this position may be required   to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The ability to work in a constant state of   alertness and in a safe manner is also a requirement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This   position is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens   and fluorescent lighting. It requires the regular use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and multi-line telephone system. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.