Staff Accountant

Description

Under the supervision of the Accounting Manager, the Staff Accountant is responsible for general support for all parts of the Accounting Department, computing and preparing journal entries, financial statements, various tax reports, and other special projects as defined by the Accounting Manager.

All employees are expected to be consistent in following company policies and procedures and safety guidelines; timeliness, quality, accuracy and thoroughness of work performed; attendance, dress, leadership, teamwork, honesty, integrity and respect for others.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Reconciles GL accounts, working to fully develop the monthly audit   schedule procedures in preparation for year-end audit.

2. Assist with preparation, calculation, and filing of CA and NV sales tax returns.

3. Assists Accounting Manager with Annual Budget process and file creation.

4. Assists with annual financial audit.

5. Prepares and files IFTA reporting.

6. Manages capital expenditures and manages the fixed asset records, along   with some fleet administrative management items.

7. Analyze company expenses, recommend reductions, and exercise controls   to maximize company profits.

8. Performs internal audits.

9. Provides back up to Accounting Manager with generating, running, distributing Financial Statements monthly by the 15th and year-end forecast.

10. Records and deposits all miscellaneous cash.

11. Develops, reviews, understands, and updates Accounting’s Policies and Procedures manual.

12. Maintains confidence and protects financial operations by keeping information confidential. 

13. Supports daily reconciliation of cash drawers, deposits, and bank activity.

14. Scanning, filing, and maintaining consistent records for the department.

15. Maintains a quality attendance and safety record.

16. Understands and follows all company policies and procedures.

17. Has a team player attitude.

18. Takes responsibility for own mistakes and errors.

19. Organizes and prioritizes the workload assignments independently.

20. Performs other duties as assigned.

21. Provides general support to A/P.

22. Provides general support to A/R.

Requirements

Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Experience 5 years in Accounting/AP/AR required. 

~Microsoft Office experience required 

~Great Plains, BisTrack, Management Reporter experience preferred.

Skills  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Team-oriented

Ability to anticipate and problem solve 

Physical Must be able to pass the pre-placement physical designed for this position

Other Must be able to maintain positive, professional relationships with employees, co-workers and customers

Must be able to work well under pressure

Must be able to organize and prioritize the workload assigned

Must be a self-starter, able to work efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision 

Must possess a valid Driver’s License with clean driving record

Equipment Used: This position requires an employee to use computers, copy and fax machines, 10 key, scanner, phones and other equipment as assigned.

Essential Physical Tasks:  This position require prolonged sitting and other physical demands.