Staff Accountant - General Ledger
Topco Associates LLC · Itasca, IL · 1 wk ago
ConsultingFull-time
Essential Job Functions
- Challenges the status quo and is able to recommend methods to become more accurate or efficient
- Prepares consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and from departments
- Analyzes information and options by developing spreadsheet reports; verifying information
- Prepares general ledger entries by maintaining records and files; reconciling accounts
- Maintains and balances reconciliation of general ledger accounts, ensuring justification of all balances
- Spins Sales - Whare there are distribution sales, these may be reclassified to the proper member of Topco
- Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data
- Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential
Performance Evaluation Criteria
- Timely GL Account review & reconciliation
- Accurate journal entries & tax returns
- Accurate and timely report preparation and distribution
- Constant collaboration amongst team
- Timely completion and delivery of special projects as needed
Education
Four-year college degree in accounting
150 credit hours preferred
CPA achieved or CPA eligible and determination to complete preferred
Technical Skills
- Proficient in MS Office Suite
- Advanced skills in MS Excel
- SAP experience is preferred
- Good understanding of internal controls
Previous Experience
One to four years of accounting experience preferred
Other Qualifications
- Organized self-starter, able to work independently
- Able to set priorities and meet deadlines on a regular basis
- Able to successfully handle multiple projects and priorities
- Committed individual to take ownership and bring high personal standards to workplace
- Ability to think outside the box, and do things differently, to become more efficient via elimination, automation, or outsourcing