Accountant

Under general supervision, responsible for moderately complex accounting activities supporting the accurate and timely closing of the general ledger, which may include, but are not limited to: preparation and posting of journal entries, account reconciliations, fixed asset processing, lease/contract review, accrual entries, budget variance reviews, research and analysis of assigned large elements of revenue and expense and the related internal reporting. Ensure assigned general ledger account balances are materially correct in compliance with internal controls and GAAP and that internal control risks are tested and documented in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley. Coordinate and communicate with business partners providing guidance regarding accounting policies and procedures.

Sponsorship is not available to new hires for this position.

Summary:

• Under general supervision, responsible for moderately complex accounting activities supporting the accurate and timely closing of the general ledger, which may include, but are not limited to: preparation and posting of journal entries, account reconciliations, fixed asset processing, lease/contract review, accrual entries, budget variance reviews, research and analysis of assigned large elements of revenue and expense and the related internal reporting.
  
• Ensure assigned general ledger account balances are materially correct in compliance with internal controls and GAAP and that internal control risks are tested and documented in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley.
  
• Coordinate and communicate with business partners providing guidance regarding accounting policies and procedures.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or other related quantitative discipline is required.
  
• Two (2) years experience in accounting for financial reporting in a public accounting firm or in a large for-profit corporate environment.
  
• A related advanced degree may offset the experience requirements.
  
• Strong analytical and financial analysis skills required.
  
• Working knowledge of GAAP standards required.
  
• Proficient in business software, spreadsheet applications and/or mainframe or web based applications.
  
• Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.
  

Skills/Knowledge Considered a Plus:

• General Ledger Accounting would be a plus.
  

Work/Domicile Location:

• This position will be hybrid within a reasonable commutable distance from a specific office location. Position will be hybrid in Collierville, Tennessee and candidates must live within a reasonable commutable distance. This position is hybrid, meaning that employees must be onsite as directed by leadership but allows team members flexibility to work from home otherwise.
  

Relocation:

• Relocation assistance may be available based upon business needs.
  

Additional Information
Upload current copy of Resume (Microsoft Word or PDF format only) and answer job screening questionnaire by close of business (5:00pm CST) on the date below. If the date below is blank, there is no specified closing date for this requisition.
Job Posting End Date: 10-04-2023

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