Accountant Job Description

We are looking to hire an Accountant with excellent organizational and analytical skills. This position is expected to be detailed oriented, have strong problem-solving skills, work comfortably under pressure, and deliver on tight deadlines.

To ensure success, the candidate should be confident, professional, and meticulous with a keen interest in the cost-efficient operations of the organization. Top candidates will have outstanding presentation and report-writing skills, with the ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team.

Accountant Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the cost accounting system, documents, and records of the organization.
• Prepare and complete internal cost audits.
• Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements.
• Analyze any changes in goods or services provided in order to determine what effect it has on the cost.
• Analyze costs and prepare regular reports comparing budgeted costs to actual costs.
• Make estimates of new and proposed job costs.
• Provide management with reports that specify and compare factors that affect prices and profitability of products or services.
• Assist in audits and general ledger preparation.
• Conduct physical inventories and monitor the cycle count program.
• Take the lead in the monthly close process including reporting.
• Experienced with general ledger basics and assist with the annual financial audit.
• Sales tax experience a plus.
• Monthly bank reconciliations.
• Other reconciliations monthly including balance sheet accounts and benefit plans.

Accountants Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• 2 -5 years of Cost Accounting work experience
• Sound understanding of accounting principles.
• Solid cost systems background.
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent report-writing, communication, and IT skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and other office apps.
• Knowledgeable with accounting systems such as Sage, Netsuite, Dynamics, etc.