General Accountant Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a General Accountant to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Reviewing AP, AR and Payroll entries to identify and resolve inaccuracies or imbalances;
- Account reconciliations, GL posting, auditing and reporting on a weekly, monthly and annual basis;
- Monthly multi-state sales tax calculations and reporting for multiple companies;
- Promote and facilitate Open Door process, effective communication and Fair Treatment;
- Complete correspondence, forms and reports using computer and Microsoft Office programs;
- Maintain financial system (accounts receivable, and general ledger);
- Analysis of accounts receivalbes and timely feedback on accounts status;
- Handle confidential information on a regular basis;
- Adherence to Magna Internal Controls;
- Work closely with professional staff;
- Scanning and filing, as needed;
- Revenue recognition and manual invoicing;
- Revenue & expense classification;
- Monthly expense reports;
- Payroll.
Requirements:
- A strong knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics GP or similar ERP software is required;
- Attention to detail, problem solving skills and the ability to multitask is required;
- Working knowledge of MS Office with above average MS Excel skills. A working knowledge of MS Access is a plus;
- Well organized, the ability to prioritize, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential;
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a General Accountant or a similar position with a solid understanding of GAAP;
- Knowledge/experience with UC finance systems;
- 2-3 years of relevant experience;
- AP/AR and or billing with knowledge of cash handling process;
- Demonstrated ability to work as a team;
- Detail oriented;
- Excel intermediate knowledge;
- Power Point – intermediate knowledge;
- Solid experience with Deltek Vision software;
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Quicken and QuickBooks;
- 3 to 5 years of Accounting experience, preferably at an Architecture/Engineering firm.