General Accountant

About the role

The General Accountant will record various financial transactions and assist in the day-to-day activities of the Accounting department, including financial analysis, month-end close, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform general accounting entries, analysis, and reporting.
• Prepare and maintain account reconciliations for various balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Perform and review Sarbanes Oxley controls related to areas of responsibility.
• Support multiple Accounting areas (general ledger, intercompany, cash and banking, prepaids, inventory, fixed assets, accruals, etc.) with common business tasks.
• Exhibit US GAAP technical knowledge in performing accounting duties and assist in researching complex accounting arrangements.
• Understand and map end-to-end accounting cycles.
• Complete other projects and assignments as needed to accommodate changing department and company needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (or related Business field).
• 2+ years of Accounting experience.
• Experience preparing financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and management analyses.
• Working knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley controls.
• Advanced Microsoft skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Advanced understanding of accounting processes and principles.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• High level of personal ownership and flexibility.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team while meeting deadlines.
• High-speed internet and connectivity capabilities to facilitate remote or hybrid schedule.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP or BAAN experience is highly desired.
• IFRS knowledge is a plus.