Senior Accountant - Billerica Division

Description

Responsible for the verification of financial records and transactions, reconciliation of account balances and bank statements, maintenance of the general ledger and the production of monthly financial reports; ensures financial reporting is prepared accurately and in a timely manner.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Analyze internal financial reports and transactions related to business operations 
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries 
• Review monthly financial statements and post adjusting entries as needed
• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial reports and annual budgets
• Analyze account balances for variances 
• Analyze accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data
• Prepare multiple spreadsheets and reports necessary for the month end close
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and bank statements
• Assist in the compilation of information relating to the yearend financial audit and other periodic examinations
• Answer accounting and financial questions posed by Division Management and Corporate by researching and interpreting data.
• Perform reviews of payroll reporting and monthly payroll journal entries.
• Prepare periodic analysis of allowance for doubtful accounts for the division.
• Perform any necessary functions related to the information in the Company’s Vehicle Maintenance System (“VMS”) for the division’s operations.
• Perform or assist in the processing of divisional credit card transactions.
• Review various periodic reports/listings for accuracy, including but not limited to: sales, vehicle costs, expense and cost center allocations, amortization, depreciation, credit card processing, check registers, accounts payable distributions, internal customer service system, etc.
• Oversee the preparation of the weekly/monthly yield reports and review them for accuracy before they are submitted.
• Print monthly invoices and checks
• Research and resolve outstanding checks
• Prepare sales tax and highway use tax returns
• Assist others with procedural processes as necessary
• Interact with others in a professional and ethical manner
• Follow department and company procedures
• Keep up regular attendance and punctuality; regular attendance and punctuality are essential for the smooth operation of this company
• Other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the business. These responsibilities may change from time to time are business needs evolve over time.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Professional Certifications, Education, Experience and Travel Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3 – 5 years of general accounting experience
• Must have excellent problem solving skills and attention to detail
• Must have excellent organizational skills and is an effective time manager
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly in Excel
• Less than 5% travel requirement

Physical Demands/Requirements

Constantly (over 2/3):

• Operates computer and other office productivity machinery such as calculator, copy machine and printer.
• Remain in a stationary position for 50% or more of the time
• Review documents, organizes data and detects accuracy of information

Frequently (1/3-2/3):

• Moves throughout office accessing files, office machinery, etc.
• Communicates with customers and co-workers and exchanges accurate information in-person, telephonically and via electronic devices/e-mail

Occasionally (under 1/3):

• Moves materials or documents up to 25 lbs

Benefit Info

• Medical, dental and vision coverage offered
• 401(k) With employer contribution
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Company sponsored life insurance
• Company sponsored short and long-term disability 
• Pet Insurance

About Baker Commodities, Inc.

Baker Commodities Inc. has been in business for over 80 years. We are a privately owned company with manufacturing facilities strategically located within the United States providing quality products and services worldwide. Much of our success is due  to our outstanding employees. Through their careful attention to quality, service, innovation and integrity, we will continue to be one of the world's premier rendering companies.  

EOE STATEMENT

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender iden