Accountant III, FT (Onsite and some Remote work)

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Prepare entity and departmental level financial statements in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Reconcile sub-ledgers to general ledger account balances
• Review and analyze all Balance Sheet accounts on a monthly basis
• Analyze reserves and accruals and make necessary adjustments on a monthly basis
• Perform monthly income statement budget variance analysis
• Assist in the design and preparation of budgets for review by management
• Provide support to operational managers explaining the data presented and/or providing additional detail as needed
• Reviews and/or prepares schedules or reports required for internal and external audits, tax preparation, and federal, state and local reporting
• Reviews the work product of the staff accountants and support staff to ensure proper recordation of accounting transactions in accordance with GAAP
• Assist in researching authoritative literature for proper treatment of accounting topics
• Participates in Continuing Professional Education in order to keep abreast of current accounting practices and pronouncements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with concentration in Accounting or Business required.
• CPA or CMA designation preferred.
• 5-7 years of Accounting experience required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of applications, along with a strong orientation to using personal computers in a network setting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex topics and interact with all levels of management and associates
• Team oriented person focused on the "big picture" while managing the details
• Proven problem solving and analytical skills that facilitate the identification and recommendation of process improvements
• The ability to deal effectively within a rapidly changing organization
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively / collaboratively as part of a team, developing productive working relationships with diverse groups of people

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.