Accountant

Description

Position Title: Accountant

Department:  Finance

Position reports to:  Sr. Accounting Manager

Primary purpose and function of position:

The position supports the day-to-day operations of the finance department. Responsibilities include accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and month-end financial close responsibilities.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with collection of accounts receivable
• Post payments and credit memos to customer accounts
• Review accounts receivable aging report, contact delinquent accounts to resolve unpaid balances
• Review, code and enter invoices into the accounts payables system; ensure all appropriate documentation and approvals have been received
• Review accounts receivable and accounts payable emails, process activity as required
• Investigate and resolve customer/supplier/vendor inquiries
•  Assist with answering incoming calls
• Support processing of weekly and bi-weekly payrolls
• Perform month-end financial close activities, including preparation and posting of journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations
• Assist with cash transactions and monthly bank reconciliations
• Download credit card statements, circulate to cardholders and ensure proper support is received for all expenses
• Prepare and submit monthly liquor control reports
• Prepare monthly invoices for promotions, samples, donations, etc.
• Manage the retention of documents by electronic scanning and filing
• Ensure records are maintained in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field preferred; High school diploma or GED certificate required
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles  
• Proficient computer skills with an emphasis in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to analyze financial data
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude, strong initiative and follow-through
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Regular and reliable attendance
• Ability to pass a required pre-employment background and drug screening
• Ability to perform all essential job functions and duties as assigned