Accountant

Job Description 30+ year old multi-divisional private equity financial services company recently established a fast-growing new division in Downtown Austin, creating excellent career growth opportunities for our team members. The role The accountant applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by performing the following duties. Key responsibilities Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions. Distributes expenditures, encumbrances, receipts, and receivables according to schedules. Performs statistical analyses to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes, and writes narrative reports explaining findings. Analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepares balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position for other managers. Audits contracts, orders, and vouchers, and prepares reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to settlement. Determines proper handling of financial transactions and approves transactions within designated limits. Monitors compliance with accepted accounting principles and company procedures. Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports. Installs, modifies, documents, and coordinates implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures. Devises and implements system for general accounting. Key skills / experience required Bachelor of Science degree, Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent relevant experience. 2-3 years of general accounting experience. Demonstrated ability to apply basic accepted accounting principles (GAAP) consistently. Knowledge of general accounting procedures. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, i.e., =IF, Formulas, VLOOKUP, Alt H Functions. Ability to communicate well in written and verbal form. Attention to detail, completeness, and accuracy. Strong administrative and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple competing priorities. Analytical. Communication Skills. Collaboration Skills. Technical Capacity / Computer Skills. Company Description Well established, dynamic performing arts venue in the DFW Area. #J-18808-Ljbffr