Staff Accountant (Finance) — Confidential — Alpharetta, GA

Company NameConfidential
Job CategoryAccounting/Finance
LocationAlpharetta, GA
Position TypeFull-Time, Employee
Experience2-5 Years Experience
Desired Education LevelBachelor of Science
Date PostedJuly 7, 2010

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Staff Accountant (Finance)



POSITION SUMMARY:

The main responsibilities of this position are to support the functions of the accounting department by assignment from the Senior Accounting Manager. This position will also include processing all Journal Entries to the General Ledger and reconciliation of various Balance Sheet accounts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

· Demonstrated 3+ years experience in Financial Accounting related to above outlined job responsibilities

· Advanced knowledge of IFRS /US-GAAP (accounting for leases, accruals, etc, etc.)

· Very good analytical skill set

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, CPA and public accounting experience a plus

· Very good communication and relationship building skills

· Strong organization, planning and prioritization skills

· Experience in construction industry preferable

· Knowledge of & experience with Sage Pro accounting software (also referred to as ACCPAC Pro Series)

· Knowledge of SAP accounting software

· Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access required

· Team-player

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by the company)

· Ensure completeness and accuracy of general ledger entries such as standard, recurring and reversing entries

· Accrual & balance sheet account analysis and tracking for month-end and year-end purposes

· Operating leases – office leases – analysis and tracking for month-end and year-end purposes

· Sales commission update & payout coordination with HR

· Various Reconciliation and tracking of various balance sheet and income statement accounts (as it relates to assigned areas of responsibilities)

· Implementation of relevant accounting pronouncements in a timely and effective manner in compliance with IFRS

· Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all period-end closes in accounting system and for assigned responsibilities

· Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all financial reports generated for internal and external use.

· Meet financial team deadlines to include month & and year-end close duties, balance sheet & income statement reconciliations

· Support and assist the monthly close process & annual audit process, including preparation and/or review of journal entries and account reconciliations

· Other accounting duties as assigned by Senior Manager of Financial Accounting

PREFERENCES:

· Exceptional Excel Skills preferred

· Previous experience with ACCPAC or SAP helpful



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