General Accountant

Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Maintain and review equipment inventory registers. Assist in the preparation of month‑end closing, post journal entries and prepare various financial analyses and other accounting reports. Maintain control of general and subsidiary ledgers. Review and reconcile general ledger accounts and related reports and make necessary adjustments. Update inventory detail, Dealer Business System (DBS) and/or CDK as needed. Analyze and report gross profit compared to prior year. Prepare audit work documentation and assist auditors by providing required information. Work with Senior Accountants to resolve operating statement problems, make adjustments as needed, and perform ad hoc analyses/reports. Perform special projects for Finance Management as needed. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Participate in Six Sigma projects. Keep current on developments in related accounting fields and recommend new procedures and techniques. Provide assistance and solve problems related to online systems, to both accounting and operations personnel. Collaborate in a team environment with cooperation. Display excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation. Take direction from supervisor/manager respectfully. QUALIFICATIONS Associate’s Degree from a fully accredited college in Business or technical school, and a minimum of three years of directly related experience in full cycle accounting, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. AS400 experience a plus. Ability to perform each essential duty safely and in alignment with Peterson’s core values. Peterson Holding Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check are required. #J-18808-Ljbffr