Accounting & Finance - Accounting Associate

Sr. Accounting Associate

Position Type: Hybrid (onsite 2-3 days a week) Location: 127 Public Square Cleveland, OH 44114 Duration: 5 Month+ Contract Hours: 8-5 | M-F

As an Accounting Associate, you will be responsible for routine accounting activities. This includes the maintenance of the general ledger, managerial reports, and financial statements and ensuring that financial data is accurate and organized.

Coverage for an employee on leave

What You'll Do:

• Prepare financial documents including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow, budgets, and payroll
• Follow standards and rules when keeping accounts.
• Ensure the general ledger, taxes, and other financial information data are correct and up to date
• Close month-end accounting entries and reconcile balance sheets and profit and loss statements Post to GL and review variances to budget and review data to forecast changes to the business
• Review variance explanation reports for accuracy
• Track accounts receivable and confirm all payments are properly recorded
• Check all accounts to make sure they have the correct balances
• Assist with accounting system conversions or enhancements and educate peers on changes
• Evaluate billing and invoicing data in the accounting databases and submit cash applications
• Research and resolve accounts receivable issues
• Apply general knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems
• Have a broad knowledge of own job discipline and some knowledge of several job disciplines within the function
• Analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with *** RISE values. May convince to reach an agreement
• Impact the quality of own work and the work of others on the team Work primarily within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 25 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
• Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Advanced math skills. Ability to calculate complicated figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
• Experience in preparing and reviewing complex financial statements and reports.
• Ability to work within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills to explain complex information in straightforward situations.

Interview Process:

1 virtual