Accountant

LifeSkills Connection Inc.; Manning (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid disability insurance

Health and medical benefits

401k retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

LifeSkills Connection Inc. is hiring a multi-entity accountant to prepare and examine financial records, manage reconciliations, and support tax compliance. The role covers AP/AR workflows, payroll assistance, and collaboration with senior finance leaders.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in accounting with at least 2 years of accounting experience, including QuickBooks Online and Excel proficiency. Benefits include health, retirement, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with 2 years' experience as an accountant
• Experience with multi-entity or fund accounting preferred
• Experience with federal contract accounting or government cost accounting standards is a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare and examine financial statements across multiple entities for accuracy and compliance
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations across all entities
• Manage AP/AR workflows including invoices, payments, and collections follow-up
• Support tax preparation and compliance efforts with the company CPA
• Prepare budgets and forecasts as directed
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger across entities in QuickBooks Online
• Assist with payroll processing and payroll reconciliations
• Work with CPA, VP of Finance, and Corporate Finance Operations Manager to meet financial needs

Skills

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

Multi-entity accounting

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

POSITION Description:

Responsible for preparing and examining financial records across a multi-entity organization, identifying potential areas of opportunity and risk, and providing solutions to support business operations. Ensures that financial records are accurate, that financial and data risks are evaluated, and that taxes are supported and paid properly. Assesses financial operations and works to help ensure that the organization runs efficiently across all entities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and examine financial statements across multiple entities to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and federal contract requirements


• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations across all entities


• Execute and support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciling schedules


• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows, including invoice processing, payment runs, and collections follow-up


• Support tax preparation and compliance efforts in coordination with the company CPA, ensuring all documentation is accurate and submitted on time


• Prepare financial statements, budgets, and forecasts as directed


• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger across all entities in QuickBooks Online


• Organize, analyze, and maintain financial records in accordance with company policies and retention requirements


• Assess financial operations, identify risks and challenges, and make best-practices recommendations to management


• Suggest ways to reduce costs, enhance revenues, and improve profits


• Ensure that accounting systems are up to date, accurate, and secure


• Process and track expense reimbursements, purchase orders, and corporate credit card transactions


• Support payroll processing, including reviewing timekeeping data, verifying accuracy, and assisting with payroll reconciliations


• Work closely with the company CPA, VP of Finance, and Corporate Finance Operations Manager to ensure all financial needs are met

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including requiring overtime.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven organizational skills and the ability to maintain precise records across multiple entities


• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and experience working within a multi-company accounting environment


• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis


• Knowledge of productivity and collaboration tools, including Microsoft 365 (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)


• Critical thinking, problem solving, analytic reasoning, and data analysis


• Able to work collaboratively in a team setting


• Can work independently and without supervision when required


• Accuracy and attention to detail


• Exceptional written and oral communication skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and 2 years' experience working as an accountant


• Experience with multi-entity or fund accounting preferred


• Experience with federal contract accounting or government cost accounting standards is a plus

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance


• Full Health & Medical benefits (Dental, Health, Vision)


• 401k Retirement Plan, HSA, FSA


• Paid Holidays, PTO + More

LifeSkills Connection Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Human Resources, 833-311-1661 or [e-mail], for assistance.