Job Description
JOB FUNCTION/ PURPOSE
The Accountant is responsible for applying the principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports.
Municipality Accounting experience required
RESPONSIBILITIES
Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.
Produces monthly P&L and balance sheet
Calculates commissions for sales reps monthly
Makes recommendations regarding the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures
Conducts studies and submits recommendations for improving the organization's accounting operation.
Coordinates monthly close process
Participate in internal and external audits
Understands and adheres to all company health and safety procedures as they relate to essential job functions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Accurate and attentive to detail
Excellent understanding of accounting principles
Proficient computer (Excel and Word)/ten key skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma with 1-3 years prior administrative experience in a professional office environment
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Requirements
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.