Sr GL Accountant

JOB SUMMARY

The General Ledger Accountant should have a strong knowledge of GAAP and the ability to operate effectively in rapidly scaling, dynamic environment. The General Ledger Accountant interacts effectively with cross functional teams, such as Finance, Real Estate, Construction, Treasury, AP and IT. This person seeks professional development and can quickly understand broad objectives, work independently to achieve those objectives, and take the initiative to identify and implement process improvements. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Place assets into service, create and retire assets, and run depreciation.

• Run asset register reports and prepare fixed asset roll forwards

• Review fixed asset spend

• Analyze, prepare and record various general accounting journal entries such as marketing accruals, insurance accruals and prepaid amortization, other accruals, etc.

• Prepare various general accounting balance sheet account reconciliations for marketing, insurance and other accruals, prepaids, etc.

• Collaborate with different functional teams to actively contribute to a disciplined financial statement close.

• Provide timely and accurate accounting information to internal customers on ad hoc basis.

• Maintain process documentation and ensure SOX 404 compliance.

• Assist with other projects as assigned.

• Research and respond to inquiries regarding costs and or budget variances

• Review financial data for accuracy and integrity. 

• Review and post entries as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related area

• Possesses a CPA or is CPA eligible (not required for contract position)

• Minimum of two years of general ledger, month-end close, and reconciliation experience in an ERP environment

• Fixed Asset and General Ledger SAP experience 

• Must have analytical skills, be detail oriented and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Computer skills with proficiency in Excel and Word required

• Detail oriented, deadline driven, organized individual able to handle multiple tasks while working independently or as part of a team across multiple departments

• Excellent analytical and proven problem-solving skills

• Commitment to meeting daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines regardless of the obstacles

• Highly motivated and dedicated to contributing to the growth and success of the company