Accountant

Wesco; Annville (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits program including health, 401

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Wesco is seeking an Accountant to maintain financial records, ensure accurate ledger entries, and prepare balance sheets and P&L statements. The role also analyzes costs, revenues, and obligations to forecast future finances and supports month-end close processes.

Responsibilities include journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, and improving accounting controls, with a strong emphasis on GAAP and SOX compliance. On-site position in the US, competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field.
• 1 year of accounting experience required, 3 years preferred.
• Familiarity with Oracle financials module preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP and SOX standards.
• Strong numerical and data analysis abilities.

Responsibilities

• Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare journal entries and document business transactions.
• Prepares profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports.
• Prepares general ledger account reconciliations with relevant line item detail and supporting documentation.
• Observes, receives, and obtains information from relevant sources to understand and support financial transactions.
• Maintains and coordinates implementation of appropriate accounting procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Economics or related field

Tools

Oracle Financials

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

Job DescriptionAs an Accountant, you will maintain financial records and ensure that financial transactions are properly recorded. You will ensure the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. You will prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports. You will analyze current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses.

Job DescriptionAs an Accountant, you will maintain financial records and ensure that financial transactions are properly recorded. You will ensure the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. You will prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports. You will analyze current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses.
Responsibilities

• Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare journal entries and document business transactions.
• Prepares profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports.
• Prepares general ledger account reconciliations with relevant line item detail and supporting documentation.
• Observes, receives, and obtains information from relevant sources to understand and support financial transactions..
• Maintains and coordinates implementation of appropriate accounting and accounting control procedures.
• Analyzes and reviews budgets and expenditures.
• Recommends appropriate budget levels, and ensures expenditure control.
• Monitors and reviews accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness
• Analyzes, documents, and communicates revenue, expenditure and balance sheet trends and variances.
• Interacts with business units and controller group to resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Develops productive working relationships with immediate and extended finance team, including functional support teams.
• Recommends, develops, and maintains financial databases, computer software systems, and manual filing systems.
• Inputs financial data and processes reports using company automated financial systems.
• Interacts with internal and external auditors in completing audits.
• Adheres to company policies, practices and procedures, GAAP, and SOX standards.
• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.

Qualifications

• Bachelors’ Degree in Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field required
• 1 year required, 3 years preferred of accounting experience
• 1 year of working knowledge of Oracle financials module experience is preferred
• Federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations
• Accounting theory, and application principles and practices
• Principles and practices of financial record keeping and reporting
• Analyze and interpret complex financial and statistical data
• Research and analyze varieties of information
• Operate various office equipment, including computers and adding machines
• Prepare, examine and verify financial documents reports
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Access
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

Compensation Details: $58,775 - $76,407 Annually
This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.
For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan,subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.
In addition, Wesco offers abenefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here .
About The Team
At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.
Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.
Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.
Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.