Accountant

Job description

ACCOUNTANT (MID LEVEL)
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt


Reports to: Accounting Manager


JOB DESCRIPTION Provide support to the Accounting Manager. Prepare journal entries, ensure accounting accuracy and completion of tasks to meet deadlines and uphold compliances and reporting in accordance with GAAP.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Review and manage accounts payable and receivable
• Create timely and accurate accounting reports and present them to executives and senior management
• Develop recommendations to optimize accounting systems and procedures and detect inaccuracies
• Support and consult personnel on accounting control procedures
Support Payroll and Employee related tasks, activities
• Supervise accounting team members plan their work and assign tasks
• Take part in forecasting and financial standards setting processes
• Participate in department's goal setting activities and month-end and year-end close processes
• Support tax audits (both internal and external) and tax returns
• Support business processes and accounting policies and prepare corresponding documentation
• Ensure that accounting procedures comply with GAAP requirements
• Work together with accounting managers to optimize financial operations
• Strong ability to work with current leadership and or departments within NCCM including IT, HR, Customer Service, etc.
• Assist/gather documents as well as aid in special projects
• Attend or watch training sessions and continuously improve skills to increase job performance and efficiency
• Align with NCCM mission and culture


EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• High School diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Preferred) or a minimum of five years of verifiable employment in the field of Accounting (Required)


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk, and listen. The employee must be able to use a computer, phone, and standard office equipment daily.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Open and receptive to constructive feedback
• Willingness to take on multiple projects, and multi-task/prioritize workload based on business needs and or direction from Accounting Manager
• Approachability and maintaining a positive attitude
• 5+ years' experience of working as Accounting Supervisor or Senior Accountant
• Experience with typical accounting procedures
• Expert experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
• Expert knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Proficient experience with QuickBooks
• Expert knowledge of financial accounting statements and business trends
• Expert in MS Office- Excel
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with accuracy and attention to detail
• BS degree in Accounting, Finance or other relevant area or minimum 5 years' experience with verifiable employment

OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this position. The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position with or without notice.