Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities:

• Prepare monthly journal entries, account reconciliations and ad-hoc reports as required by management.
• Maintain systems to ensure the accurate, timely and proper accounting of financial data using GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Analyze financial data, making recommendations relative to the accounting reserves, accruals and expenditures.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of monthly financial statements for management review
• Reviews and verifies the accuracy of journal entries and accounting classifications assigned to various records.
• Conduct special studies and develop or recommends accounting methods and procedures.
• Coordinate accounting matters with other departments, locations and divisions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Training/Experience:

• BS Degree in Accounting from an accredited College or University.
• A minimum of 5-8 years of experience in related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced level).
• Strong attention to details and effective communications with peers and senior management.
• Must be a self-starter, problem solver and critical thinker.
• Must have a strong sense of urgency to meet deadlines.
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management a plus.

Problem Complexity:

• Identifies key barriers/core problems and applies problem solving skills in order to deal creatively with complex accounting situations; Proposes decisions under conditions of uncertainty, sometimes with incomplete information, that produce effective end results.

Autonomy:

• Independently performs assignments with instruction limited to results expected; Determines and develops approach to solutions; Receives technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues

Environmental Job Requirements:

• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable

This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this role. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this role. This description supersedes any previous or undated descriptions for this role. Management retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time. Questions about the duties and responsibilities of this position should be directed to the reporting Manager or Human Resources.