Accounting Analyst

Accounting AnalystSalary Range $68,000.00 - $113,000.00 SalaryDescriptionSummary:Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of Accounting Analyst. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don't fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other job-related duties may be assigned:Analyze costs, financial results, identify trends, variances, and unusual transactions, and provide recommendations to management.Work collaboratively with Production Department to review monthly plant expenses.Perform other job-related duties and special projects as assigned, including ad hoc reports and analyses.Assist with month-end closing.Prepare journal entries to accrue revenue and expenses or other items in accordance with GAAP and the accounting policies established by the company.Perform detailed account reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely resolution of reconciling items.Provide support and necessary documents for annual external audit.Provide support for income and other tax filing requirements.Maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in accounting.Assist Assistant Controller to continue developing improvements in internal policies, procedures, and processes.Liaise with information systems and technologies team to implement improvements to the accounting system.Perform other job-related duties and special projects as assigned, including ad hoc reports and analyses.QualificationsQualifications for Accounting Analyst:Strong critical thinking skills and understanding of basic accounting concepts (e.g. debits and credits)High-level knowledge of US GAAPAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills required, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, INDEX/MATCH, data validation, conditional formatting, and the ability to analyze and manipulate large datasets efficiently.Strong familiarity with productivity tools such as Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to quickly learn industry-related regulations quickly and utilize information in written reportsComfortable preparing and delivering reports to managementTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEBachelor degree in accounting, finance, business or related field AND 4 to 6 years of full-time accounting experience. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) title is preferred.COMPUTER SKILLSMust be proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), CRM and have experience with other analytical software tools.COMMMUNICATION SKILLSAbility to comprehend complex written materials. Ability to develop training materials. Ability to clearly express ideas and establish an interactive learning environment. Ability to speak effectively before groups (executives, employees, customers and agents).REASONING ABILITYAbility to resolve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished verbally or in written form. Strong problem solving and skills with ability to identify trends and develop action plans to address issues.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and rarely lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the office environment is usually quiet and the temperature is controlled.