General Accountant

Adtran; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Adtran is expanding its Accounting team in Huntsville, AL. We seek a General Accountant to record financial transactions, perform analyses, and support month-end close and reporting, while upholding US GAAP and SOX controls.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting and 2+ years of experience, with strong Excel skills and attention to detail. Remote or hybrid options may be considered to accommodate the department's needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• 2+ years of accounting experience with US GAAP and financial statement prep.
• Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley controls required.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills especially Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Record general accounting entries, analysis, and reporting.
• Prepare reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Assist with month-end close and financial reporting.
• Support SOX controls and internal control documentation.
• Map end-to-end accounting cycles and support multiple areas as needed.
• Participate in ad hoc projects for the accounting department.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

SOX controls

Excel

Communication skills

Time management

Detail oriented

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

BAAN

Job description

Welcome!

Our Growth is Creating Great Opportunities!

Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it!

Thanks for your interest in working on our team!

The General Accountant will be responsible for recording various financial transactions of the company while assisting in the day-to-day activities in the Accounting department such as financial analysis, month-end close, and reporting. Duties and Responsibilities Perform general accounting entries, analysis, and reporting. Prepare and maintain account reconciliations for various balance sheet and income statement accounts. Perform and review Sarbanes Oxley controls related to areas of responsibility. Flexible knowledge and willingness to support multiple Accounting areas (general ledger, intercompany, cash and banking, prepaids, inventory, fixed assets, accruals, etc.) with common business tasks. Exhibit US GAAP technical knowledge in performing accounting duties and ability to assist inresearching complex accounting arrangements.
Ability to understand and map end-to-end accounting cycles.
Other projects and assignments may be assigned to accommodate the changing needs of thedepartment and the Company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (or related Business field) required.
• 2+ years of Accounting experience required.
• Experience preparing financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and management analyses
• required.
• Working knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley controls required.
• Advanced Microsoft skills including, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
• Advanced understanding of accounting processes and principles required.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills required.
• High level of personal ownership and flexibility expected.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) required.
• Positive attitude and excellent team player who can meet deadlines.
• High speed internet and connectivity capabilities to facilitate remote or hybrid schedule.
• Preferred Qualifications
• SAP or BAAN experience is highly desired.
• IFRS knowledge is a plus.