Cost Accountant

EBSCO Health; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

First day medical benefits

Company profit sharing

$1,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

A growing community organization in Panama City seeks an entry-level Cost Accountant. This role involves general ledger and job cost accounting tasks, including monthly closings and financial reporting preparation. Candidates should have an Accounting or Business Degree and ideally some accounting experience. The position offers competitive benefits, including first-day medical benefits and a $1,000 sign-on bonus. Join a team where you can grow your skills in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have an Accounting or Business Degree.
• Prefer some accounting experience, including job costing but not required.
• Thorough understanding of general ledger accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly closing, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Prepare and post biweekly payroll and monthly salary to job cost.
• Assist in the preparation of company financial reporting.

Skills

Proficiency in Excel

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

Accounting or Business Degree

Tools

SAGE 300CRE

SAP

Job description

Alys Beach is a master-planned 158-acre beach community in active development that includes luxurious private dining, recreation and retail amenities and experiences, vacation rentals and several signature annual events. With our purpose driven by excellence in accountability, commitment, integrity, passion, respect and unity, our employees are the foundation behind the beauty and design of Alys Beach.

Alys Beach offers an industry leading compensation plan, medical/dental/vision benefit plans beginning on day one; including life insurance and other ancillary benefits, profit sharing and employee perks.

Job Summary

Alys Beach is seeking an entry-level Cost Accountant. The Cost Accountant performs professional level accounting work with responsibility for general ledger, job cost and accounts payable accounting. Additional task will incude performing monthly closing, maintenance of accounting files, and preparation/organization of various financial forms, reports, and financial analyses, etc. This position will assist with additional ah-hoc projects and general accounting tasks as needed. Must have the ability to work independently, and with a team, in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.

First day medical benefits and company profit sharing. $1,000 sign-on bonus for this position.

Job Responsibilities

• Performing monthly closing, journal entries and reconciliations, using SAGE 300CRE and SAP
• Monthly review of job cost activity ensuring consistent and proper coding
• Prepare and post biweekly payroll and monthly salary to job cost
• Assist in the preparation of company financial reporting requirements
• Review job cost activity/reports with managers on a regular basis
• Assist in any additional projects and general accounting task as needed

Job Requirements

• Candidate must have an Accounting or Business Degree
• Prefer some accounting experience, including job costing but not required
• Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft application
• Thorough understanding of general ledger accounting systems and procedures, financial chart of accounts and corporate accounting processes
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from co-workers, managers and customers
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in a group environment
• Ability to work independently and complete duties and projects with little direct supervision

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, sex, pregnancy status, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.

Nearest Major Market: Panama City
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