Accountant I

About the role

This position is responsible for performing accounting entries and reconciliations, and compiling and analyzing financial information. This position will provide accurate accounting support to the Controller, including assisting with month-end reports, analytics, investigating accounting discrepancies and other duties as assigned.

Primary responsibilities include

• Assist with all audit requests (Internal, Interim, Year End and Programming)
• Responsible for daily/monthly bank financial activity
• Analyze and record financial entries in ERP (including Intercompany transactions)
• Assist in month-end, quarter-end, year-end close
• Contribute to the annual budget process
• Managing day-to-day accounting tasks, including accounts receivable, accounts payable and billing ensuring accurate financial records
• Reconciles month end balance sheet accounts by gathering and balancing information
• Corrects errors by posting adjusting journal entries
• Maintains accounting controls by following policies and procedures; complying with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
• Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed
• Overseeing the month-end reporting and state and federal filings related to Sales Tax, Excise Tax, Franchise Fees, etc.
• Ensures smooth daily operations by managing office supplies ordering process
• Additional duties as assigned to support company success

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/business or related field
• 2+ years of accounting experience preferred
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite to include Excel
• Requires excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Requires excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize projects
• Must have attention to detail and accuracy
• Must demonstrate good judgment and confidentiality
• Must be able to work to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to seek out and seize opportunities and take initiative with little or no direction

Working conditions

• Conditions are typical of an office environment
• Sitting for extended periods at desk
• Frequent walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, talking, listening

Benefits

• Group health & dental insurance
• 401(k) program with company match
• Generous PTO program
• Company wellness program
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• And much more