Accountant Job Description:

This Accountant role is an entry-level position and serves as an integral part of the Corporate Accounting department by assisting in matters relating to the financial operation of a multi-unit. organization. Responsibilities include routine journal entries, bank account reconciliation, accounts receivable reconciliation, and sales audit and reporting. Other duties may be involved. project assistance, ad hoc reporting, IT support, and account analysis. Accountant must perform their role with a high degree of proficiency and professionalism and demonstrate these standards in their daily work and interactions with all as a representative of the Corporate Accounting department. This position requires solid critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent listening and communication skills with the ability to take direction and effectively prioritize the workload. This individual must demonstrate a sense of ownership and collaboration, with a focus on serving the needs of management and the end-users quickly and with a helpful attitude.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

• Review and audit sales data and generate appropriate reports.
• Reconcile related accounts receivable accounts including Customer Deposits, Credit Cards, Gift Cards, and Delivery Services.
• Reconcile other assigned balance sheet accounts and bank accounts.
• Gain an understanding of business operations to support unit-level administrative assistants with accounting functions including AP, and Payroll.
• Develop ad-hoc reports and trend analyses that led to actionable insights.
• Assist in maintaining IT infrastructure; develop expertise in accounting, POS, and communication databases, and systems to provide technical support and guidance to end users.
• Assist Accounting Clerks by providing guidance on workflow and process improvement of routine accounting tasks.
• Support the Accounting Manager by providing leadership and guidance in matters relating to the financial performance of the enterprise.

EDUCATION/Experience:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Entry-level with some recent experience in an accounting environment
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles; ability to reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Exceptionally strong computer skills, advanced proficiency with Excel

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proactive, diligent, professional individual with exceptional people skills
• Ability to take initiative and use independent, sound judgment
• Effective communication and collaborative skills; highly functional in a team environment
• Excellent analytical, organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong technical propensity for computer technology, MS applications, systems and communication devices
• Discretion in handling all business, financial, and proprietary information
• Must be able to lift and move 30 lbs.
• Bilingual-Spanish speaking desired