Senior Accountant

Senior AccountantThe CED Accounting Department's primary functions are to ensure the accuracy of the company's financial reporting and to support the field (our Profit Centers). Our tasks or projects generally meet one or more of the department's overall B.A.S.E. objectives: B – Bench-building (employee development) A – Accuracy of the financial statements S – Service to the field E – Efficiency in our tasks Team members have general accounting tasks such as preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and reviewing financial statements, as well as acting in a customer service role by researching inquiries from the field or other departments at the Service Center (headquarters). Team members may also be delegated, or asked to contribute to, additional tasks or projects that align with our departments' overall goals and objectives. We foster a collaborative and helpful team environment with opportunities for creative problem-solving and awesome spreadsheets. Members of the Accounting team are expected to: + Adhere to all deadlines and schedules for tasks, and as such, manage their own time. + Perform all tasks with high levels of accuracy. + Present themselves appropriately and professionally. + Work independently or with minimal supervision. + Take ownership of all assigned tasks, following up as needed if dependencies exist. + Identify problems and take initiative toward independent resolution. + Ask questions if they do not understand something or want/need more information. + Contribute toward team goals as well as completing their individual tasks. + Communicate effectively, articulately, and honestly. + Focus on the objective, not just the steps to achieve it. + Adapt to changes in processes, systems, and business requirements. + Recognize opportunities for process improvements in their work. + Provide a positive service experience for all levels of the organization. + Proactively alert impacted parties if potential delays or bottlenecks exist. + Absorb, retain, and apply knowledge and training to new situations and challenges. + Sometimes make mistakes. (We have high standards, but we're still human.)Reports to: Senior Accounting Manager Minimum Qualifications: + Bachelor's degree in Accounting or similar field + 3-5+ years of experience in an accounting or finance environment + Familiarity with standard accounting concepts, practices, and procedures + Excellent verbal and written communication skills + Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Power Point + Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, and conditional formulas such as SUMIF Preferred Qualifications: + Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics + Leadership experience Working Conditions: This position operates in a professional office environment which requires sitting for extended periods. After applicable training periods, team members may be permitted to work remotely (maximum 1 days a week). Supervisory Responsibilities: No Essential Job Functions: + Review general ledger and financial reports for accuracy + Prepare regular journal entries such as depreciation, amortization, and accruals + Participate in month-close process, including identifying anomalies and preparing correcting entries + Prepare balance sheet reconciliations + Work with all levels of the organization to answer financial inquiries and resolve outstanding issues + Provide guidance and review work of other staff CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran Other Compensation: The following additional compensation may be applicable for this position: + Profit Sharing Benefits: Benefits available for this position are: + Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positions + Disability Insurance + Life Insurance + 401(k) + Paid Sick Leave + Paid Holidays + Paid Vacation + Health Savings Account (HSA) and matching + Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) + Teledoc + Paid Pregnancy & New Parent Leave Consolidated Electrical Distributors