STAFF ACCOUNTANT

VETERINARY SERVICE INC; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Armor Animal Health in Beaver Dam, WI is seeking an Accounting/Finance professional to prepare monthly financial statements, reconcile ledgers, and analyze data to assess company performance. This role collaborates with departments to identify reporting needs and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities include journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, period-end close support, and assisting with audits.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Two to four years of accounting experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of finance, budgeting and cost control principles.
• Strong understanding of general ledger, journal entries, income statements and balance sheets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Review and analyze financial information to determine performance.
• Develop timely, accurate reports to measure progress.
• Provide department level analysis and analytical support.
• Provide backup for AR and AP.
• Assist in business process improvement projects.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Assist with annual audit activities.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Beaver Dam Branch - Beaver Dam, WI 53916Salary Range: $1.00 - $1.00 SalaryUnder the supervision of the Director of Finance and Accounting, this position will be responsible for the preparation and reconciliation of monthly financial statements along with reviewing and analyzing financial information to determine company performance. This person will also consult with various departments identifying reporting needs. Candidate must have strong analytical skills to assist in identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for process improvement.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Review and analyze financial information to determine present and future financial performance.
• Develop timely, accurate, and up-to-date reports to measure progress.
• Provide department level analysis and analytical support.
• Provide backup support for Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP).
• Analyze and evaluate transportation, financial, inventory, operations, product cost, pricing, and other general business functions and processes.
• Assist in business process improvement projects.
• Maintain, reconcile, and improve recurring reports to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and usefulness.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules..
• Protect information and our company with security in mind.
• Perform special projects and research as assigned.
• Contribute to building a quality work environment at Armor Animal Health by taking initiative, respecting others, and being a team player. Follow Armor Animal Health policies and procedures. Use good communication by listening and sharing information to enable others to do their jobs more effectively. Use proper language and etiquette, set a good example and treat the customer with respect and appreciation.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Assist with annual audit activities

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Two to four years of accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting and cost control principles.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, journal entries, debits and credits, income statements, and balance sheets.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis functions preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Analyze problems and recommend effective solutions.
• Learn new systems and processes quickly.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Communicate professionally with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Must be detail oriented, analytical, organized, and timely at completing projects.
• Demonstrated professionalism, initiative, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Regularly uses a telephone/cell phone, computer (including keyboard), mobile devices, email and/or fax for necessary communications.
• Frequently sits for extended periods while using a computer and other office equipment.
• Occasionally required to bend, kneel, reach, and lift materials weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Requires the essential use of hands, speech, eyesight, and hearing.
• Vision requirements include close and distance vision, peripheral and depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus as needed.
• Noise level for this work environment is typically low.