Accountant I

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Accountant I responsible for accounts payable and purchase order processing for company. Ensuring compliance with GAAP and managing financial records in a remote setting.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for performing all accounting functions related to accounts payable and purchase order processing
  • Setting up vendor purchase orders, matching and reconciling vendor invoices to purchase orders
  • Directing and ensuring payables are properly coded and authorized
  • Processing vendor invoices and expense reports for timely payment
  • Reconciling and resolving vendor statements
  • Reviewing and analyzing transactions to ensure compliance with GAAP and NASCO corporate policies and procedures
  • Daily cash monitoring of central financial bank accounts and posting adjustments to account balances
  • Performing monthly bank and investment reconciliations
  • Managing corporate American Express credit cards
  • Assisting with month-end financial closing processes
  • Maintaining balance sheet schedules and subsidiary ledgers
  • Communicating with controller regarding status of projects and initiatives
  • Auditing expense reports submitted for reimbursement to ensure compliance with policies
  • Managing vendor payables to ensure payments are made in accordance with terms
  • Producing requested financial reports for distribution and analyzing trends and exceptions
  • Assisting in the preparation of audit schedules to ensure accurate completion of external audit as requested

Requirements:

  • One to three years of demonstrated and relevant experience in accounting in a corporate environment
  • Working knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Practices) and principles and applicable tax laws and regulations
  • Knowledge of computer and accounting systems, including general ledger systems, accounts payable, accounts receivable and other GL sub-systems.
  • Demonstrated understanding of business, accounting and financial concepts and a strategic view of integrating business goals and financial performance
  • Intermediate level skills with Excel/spreadsheet tools, presentations and financial databases.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data and identify trends, variances and significant factors that influence short and long term goals
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with demonstrated ability to interpret and explain financial information in a concise and business-focused manner
  • Strong use of problem solving skills to achieve goals
  • Excellent interpersonal skills that promote working successfully with different levels of management as well as staff, customers, and vendors to achieve mutual goals
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
  • CPA, CMA or CFM professional designation a plus

Benefits:

  • Physical and Mental Health Benefits
  • Choice of Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • Telehealthcare – for Medical and Behavioral visits
  • Generous PTO with buy/sell options
  • 9 Company holidays, a floating day off, and a day off for volunteering
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness program - earn insurance discounts or credit towards health-related items
  • Financial Health Benefits
  • 401K Plan with employer matching contributions
  • Company-funded spending/reimbursement accounts to help with out-of-pocket medical expenses
  • Bonus and Recognition programs
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Consultation with financial planner
  • Basic Life & AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance provided, and Supplemental Term Life Insurance is available
  • Group Discount programs - mobile, technology services, etc., to help you save money
  • E-Learning – Comprehensive and current library of e-learning and performance support assets, available on demand and at no cost