Accountant

Company Overview:

Shur-Co is the leading full-service provider of innovative tarping systems, cargo control products, and related service to the transportation industry. Shur-Co has the industry’s broadest line of highly engineered, application-specific products and an organization committed to unmatched customer service and technical support. Shur-Co is based in Yankton, SD and has thirteen locations covering the US, Canada, and the UK.

Shur-Co’s rapidly growing Private Equity-backed business has the need for an Accountant to support the company’s Accounting Department. This position will have a focus on Bank reconciliations, Month-End close processes and Special Projects Accounting in addition to general accounting duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Perform and support daily accounting operations including journal entries, account reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and financial reporting activities
• Prepare and complete monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and discrepancies are researched and resolved timely
• Support the month-end and year-end close process, including preparation of accruals, prepaid entries, and other closing journal entries
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and maintain supporting documentation for all reconciliations and adjustments
• Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, and controls to ensure regulatory compliance and financial integrity
• Participate in special projects and initiatives including acquisitions, integrations, and process improvements
• Assist in payroll-related reconciliations including payroll clearing accounts, benefit deductions, tax filings, and payroll general ledger tie-outs
• Assist with audits by preparing requested schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for external auditors
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies, reconciling items, and transactional issues in a timely manner
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned by the Controller

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attendance and dependability by consistently reporting to work on time and completing assigned tasks accurately. They must be able to maintain a clean and organized work environment, follow all company policies and procedures, and apply a high level of attention to detail and focus. The ability to work collaboratively with team members to support productivity and operational efficiency is also essential. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA/CMA a plus
• 3-7 years of relevant Accounting experience, including 2 years of Payroll accounting experience
• Manufacturing company experience preferred
• Highly skilled with Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting software
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a team environment

LANGUAGE SKILLS  

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.   

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.   

• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS  

Must be detail orientated and ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.   

• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. 

REASONING ABILITY  

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.   

• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS   

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.   

• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.   

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.   

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT   

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

SAFETY 

Follow all safety directives and protocols at all times and help identify potential hazards or violations that should be addressed to ensure personnel and facility safety are maintained.  

QUALITY 

Along with every other member of our team, always be cognizant of overall performance in every aspect of our business and help maintain a constant focus on quality assurance and continuous quality improvement.  

Other Duties as Assigned:  

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Shur-Co LLC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions and percentages. 
• Proficient in computing (Microsoft Excel)

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of  those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. 
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. 
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.