POSITION SUMMARY
As an integral part of the accounting team, this position requires the use of accounting principles to handle complex accounting issues, including; assisting with month-end accounting close process, analyzing financial information and preparing financial reports by compiling information from QuickBooks – manufacturing edition, preparing profit and loss statements, and utilizing appropriate accounting control procedures. Applicant must be organized, detailed oriented, capable of follow-up and familiar with excel spreadsheets and be capable to manage and manipulate large databases.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- 1. Performing cost accounting and costing utilities for all of company
- 2. Performing various accounts reconciliations as assigned by management.
- 3. Work in progress, inventory, cost of sales, and other accounts related to cost accounting.
- 4. Performing various journal entries assigned by management: Payroll (accruals and actuals), A/P, A/R, collecting, purchasing, inventory, etc.
- 5. Management Reporting related to cost accounting and inventory.
- 6. Identifying and implementing process improvements.
- 7. Monitoring internal process and controls to ensure compliance with department, client and vendor guidelines.
- 8. Interact with various auditors (internal and external) to provide requested data and reports in a timely manner.
- 9. Assist in all administrative matters.
- 10. Provide accounting policy orientation for new staff.
JOB RELATIONSHIPS
- 1. Reports to CEO, President and VP
- 2. Initiates and maintains positive, successful relationships with all payers, vendors, and providers
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- 1. Prepare daily, weekly and monthly journal entries.
- 2. Prepare and analyze general ledger account reconciliations.
- 3. Prepare, review and analyze monthly financial statements.
- 4. Assist with month end and year end closing processes.
- 5. Prepare various governmental filings including but not limited to; monthly and quarterly sales and use tax.
- 6. Work as a team with other staff members, which included backing up other members of the team during their absences.
- 7. Recommend changes to improve systems and workflow.
- 8. Other duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 1. Bachelors Degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience.
- 2. 5-7 years of accounting experience preferred.
- 3. Experience in general accounting functions.
- 4. Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
- 5. Strong financial accounting background
- 6. Standard Cost Accounting experience in manufacturing environment
- 7. Strong analytical skills using Microsoft excel and QuickBooks.
- 8. Strong attention to detail.
- 9. Strong critical thinking, problem solving, organizational and leadership skills.
- 10. Ability to work well with others, both internal and external.
- 11. Strong work ethics
- 12. Ability to multi-task and communicated effectively at all levels of management.
- 13. Strong written and oral communication skills.
- 14. Strong computer skills – proficient in Microsoft office products.
- 15. A can-do attitude shows initiative and willingness to adapt to change.
- 16. Willingness and desire to be dedicated to position, focused on work with limited interruption from outside responsibilities.
- 17. Attendance is a must.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical demands are moderate with occasional lifting of items weighing approximately 20 – 30 pounds. Vision must be correctable to normal range and hearing acuity must be adequate to receive instructions and converse on standard telephone. Must have manual dexterity sufficient to operate a key board and other standard office equipment. Successful drug and background screen required.