Accountant 3

The Accountant 3 computes and prepares data for journal entries, reviews general ledger and related financial statements. Assists with the preparation of financial statements, ledgers, reports and taxes. Assists with financial reporting. Manages many types of reconciliations, learning the ins and outs of the monthly closing cycle for the company.   Complies with policies and procedures. Ensures work aligns with established goals.   

Position Responsibilities may include; 

• Develop, implement and/or maintain one or a combination of general accounting systems 
• Monthly Reporting and Closing 
• Monthly financial analysis, mix, regions, product lines, branch rankings 
• Budgeting, consolidation, analysis, costing 
• Run ad-hoc queries mostly related to revenue growth and margin improvement 
• Work with operations group to improve showrooms 
• Books manual journal entries as needed 
• Maintains and reconciles ledger accounts  
• Provides record of assets, liabilities and other financial transactions 
• Balances books periodically and prepares profit and loss, income and balance sheet statements 
• Maintains receipts and disbursement reports  
• May prepare federal, state, and local reports and tax returns 
• May interpret reports and records for managers 
• Process miscellaneous payments, inter-company transfer, checks returned NSF and unidentified payments 
• Lead and assist special projects as assigned  
• Participate in additional projects/activities to support ongoing business needs 

 Nature and Scope:

• Applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience 
• Manages projects and processes while working independently and with limited supervision 
• Coaches and reviews the work of lower-level professionals  
• Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex; takes a new perspective on existing solutions 

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong working knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP) and best practices 
• Ability to extract, prepare and analyze data, figures and transcriptions prepared on and generated by computer 
• Advanced Knowledge of Excel  
• Working knowledge of MS Outlook and Word 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills 
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy 
• High level of analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, including prioritization skills 
• Ability to establish positive work relationships and effective collaboration skills 
• Ability to apply good judgement, strong work ethics & integrity on the job 
• Ability to develop working relationships and effectively collaborate with internal and cross functional teams 

Experience:

• 8 plus years of progressive experience in related field, preferably high-volume environment 
• Experience managing a month end close 
• Experience with liabilities, assets, and reconciliation 

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field 

People Management: No 

Physical Requirements / Working Environment:

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. 

Reports to: 

• Manager, Accounting 

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.