Accountant

Republic Airways; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Airways is seeking a General Ledger Accountant to prepare, analyze, and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts. The role requires creating journal entries, reconciling ledgers, and ensuring accuracy for financial reporting.

The position emphasizes attention to detail, ability to analyze variances, and collaboration with the finance team to support timely reporting and compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; no prior experience required (or equivalent combination).
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills required.
• Strong analytical and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, analyzes and reconciles general ledger accounts.
• Prepares journal entries for assigned accounts with timeliness and accuracy.
• Reconciles accounts and analyzes variances; researches issues as needed.
• Conducts assigned account audits and reviews balance sheets for irregularities.
• Communicates issues to management and collaborates with finance team for reporting requirements.
• Works with third-party vendors as required.

Skills

Analytical ability

Written and verbal communication

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE

Prepares, analyzes, and reconciles assigned general ledger accounts.

Essential Duties

• Prepares journal entries for all accounts in assigned areas; ensures timeliness, precision and accuracy of resources used in preparing entry.
• Prepares and reconciles various assigned general ledger accounts; analyzes variances; ensures timeliness and accuracy.
• Conducts assigned account audits.
• Reviews balance sheet for accounts in assigned areas; accounts for any irregularities, researches issues, answers questions and communicates any issues to the manager.
• Collaborates with other finance and other staff to support overall reporting requirements.
• Works with 3rd party vendors as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Category

Finance

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to perform this job.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE.

Bachelor's degree (B.A. / B.S.) in Accounting, Finance or related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience. No prior experience necessary. Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

PREFERRED EDUCATION Or EXPERIENCE

At least 1 year of related experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

REASONING/PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

DECISION MAKING

Makes limited decisions and determines best methods to solve problems by referring to established precedents and policies. Impact of decisions is moderately low.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Able to sit, and use hands over 70% of the time. Able to focus with clear vision at 20 inches or less (computer screen).

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Typically not exposed to extreme environmental conditions.

Travel Requirements

None.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, DISABILITY, AND VETERAN ACCOMODATIONS

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability and Veteran Accommodations

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.