Accountant I

Summary:

The Accountant I is responsible for supporting general accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting under close supervision. This role assists in maintaining accurate and compliant financial records in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare and post journal entries for routine transactions.
• Assist with monthly account reconciliations (bank, inventory, AP/AR).
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain fixed asset records and assist with depreciation schedules.
• Help gather documentation for internal and external audits.
• Assist with inventory and cost tracking as needed.
• Perform basic financial data entry and reporting tasks.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting systems.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; OR
• Associate's degree with 2+ years of general accounting experience.
• A combination of education and experience may meet the requirement.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Internship or entry-level experience in a manufacturing or product-based business.
• Experience with ERP systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, etc.).

Supervisory Responsibility:

This job does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as a laptop, desktop, smartphone, and photocopiers. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Essential oils are worn and/or diffused in the work environment.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This position requires the incumbent to be physically present at the assigned worksite. The regular schedule is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with an hour lunch, Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Employees are also expected to work at least one non-convention farm event a year and to work at the annual company convention.

 Exact hour requirements can be reasonably modified as necessary for the business needs by the employee’s manager.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Specific vision abilities of this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to type, file, and occasionally lift office supplies up to 20 pounds. The employee must be physically able to tolerate the scent of essential oils worn or diffused.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Young Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Sponsorship:

Young Living does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Note:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.