GL Accountant

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reconcile bank accounts weekly, including the recording of monthly fees, credit card, controlled disbursements, and monthly client analysis as needed for other charges.
• Maintain the Company’s petty cash and reconcile regularly.
• Reconcile customer and other receivable accounts and coordinate with the necessary departments to ensure reports are accurate.
• Update and maintain all prepaid accounts and ensure each item is amortized accurately.
• Prepare weekly and biweekly payroll journal entries prepared by Payroll Department. Coordinate any changes or reconciling items with Payroll Department.
• Prepare journal entries to properly allocate benefits across the Company, including preparation of medical and dental accruals based on estimates.
• Reconcile all accrued liability accounts, including rental insurance, tax liabilities, and deferred revenue accounts. Ensure that all accruals made are accurate and complete. Coordinate with operating departments on outstanding items.
• File monthly sales tax returns to ensure tax compliance.
• Reconciling special project accounts and sending the reports to the operating departments each month. Coordinate with Assistant Controller on revenue recognition needs.
• Reviewing operational transaction errors and coordinating with those responsible to ensure they get corrected.
• Reconcile the Company’s warranty accounts and work closely with the Warranty Department to ensure warranties are enrolled and claims are filed timely.
• Prepare journal entries to allocate Company fleet costs to the appropriate department and reconcile the fuel account. Coordinate with Fleet Department with any corrections that need to be made.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems as well as Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are necessary for success in this role.
• Able to work some off-hours necessary to complete the close process.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail. Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• 3-5 years working knowledge in accounting a plus.