Accountant

Overview

• Contribute to the accounting function by ensuring accurate financial reporting and account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, supporting timely preparation of financial statements.
• Collaborate with operational teams to ensure transactions are accurately recorded and reported.
• Support external audit requests by preparing required documentation and resolving discrepancies.
• Contribute to process improvements within the accounting function and document policies for internal controls.
• Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as requested by management.
• Participate in special projects to support the Finance and Accounting team.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including variance explanations and account reconciliations.
• Record recurring journal entries and assist with income statement reviews.
• Identify and communicate accounting or reporting issues to management.
• Assist with intercompany reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Support external audit requests by preparing required documentation.
• Investigate account discrepancies and assist with resolution.
• Contribute to process improvements within the accounting function.
• Assist with documentation of accounting policies and procedures to support internal controls.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from an accredited institution.
• 2–3 years of related accounting experience, preferably in the service industry.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles including GAAP.
• Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with Hyperion or Great Plains is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Public accounting or audit experience is advantageous.