ASSOCIATE ACCOUNTANT (HYBRID)

Associate AccountantThe primary role of the Associate Accountant is providing financial support to our field operations while providing top internal customer service and escalating appropriate items to the Field Accountants. We will consider new Accounting or Finance Graduates with a solid GPA and a prior customer service experience. This role is a hybrid role based in Charlotte, NC.Responsibilities:Provide daily support to field operations by training operators to use and understand financial information and back-office accounting systemsAssist with ensuring monthly profit and loss statements are an accurate reflection of the results of the periodEnsure assigned balance sheet accounts reflect the correct balance and are review and reconciled monthlyEnsure accounting conforms to the Group Accounting Policies and Procedures and maintains our internal controlsAct as a liaison between field operations and other corporate functions such as Accounts Payable, Treasury, Capital Assets and PayrollAssist in meeting requirements for compliance to contract terms including operation maintenance, AR payment terms, monthly fees, balance sheet review (Imprest Funds, Inventory, Entitlement Accruals, etc.)Liaise with the Field Accounting Contract Team to ensure compliance to contract terms and commitments including investments, commissions, profit splits etc.Maintain accurate contact information on all field internal customersCreate and maintain task list items for all operationsValidate field requests and prepare journal entries as neededAssist Staff Accountants and perform other accounting tasks as neededIdentify best practices within the role and strive to improve processes and efficienciesContribute to the development of the New Business Field Accounting Strategies and InitiativesQualifications:Four-year degree in Accounting or FinanceAccounting internship and prior customer service experienceExcellent customer service skillsGood communication skills, verbal and writtenProficient knowledge of ExcelAbility to work under pressure of tight deadlinesMust be a quick learner and self-motivatedSAP experience a plusSelf-starter a must!Positive attitudeMust have strong interpersonal skills and be able to effectively communicate with associates and customers, as well as various levels of managementCompass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, holiday time off, associate shopping program, health and wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).