Professional 1 Accountant (51005626)

Job description

·  Job Description:

Essential Job Functions

·  Prepares and posts journal entries for company accounts ensuring information is accurate and up to date.
·  Reconciles balance sheet and income statement accounts to general ledger; researches discrepancies and determines appropriate course of action.
·  Develops spreadsheets for account analysis and journal entries in order to keep records organized and standardized.
·  Participates in special projects such as accounting software updates in order to provide expertise.
·  Educates internal clients on accounting principles when necessary.
·  May conduct studies and submits recommendations for improving the organization's accounting operation to management.
·  Assists in and/or installs, modifies, documents, and assists in coordinating implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures.
·  Provides work guidance for less experienced personnel.

Basic Qualifications

·  Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
·  Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or related field preferred
·  Three or more years of accounting or finance experience
·  Experience working with generally accepted accounting principles and accounting software

Other Qualifications

·  Personal computer and business solutions software skills
·  Good interpersonal skills
·  Good communication skills for communicating with support personnel and management
·  Good analytical and problem solving skills
·  Planning and organizational skills to balance and prioritize work
·  Leadership skills to provide assistance to less experienced personnel
·  Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Work Environment

·  Office environment