Summary

The Staff Accountant reports directly to the Assistant Controller and is responsible for financial reporting, general accounting activity related to the month-end closing process, variance analysis, annual audit, and related duties as assigned.

Job Description

• Prepare and post accurate journal entries in a timely manner for assigned accounts/functions, including accrual estimates
• Timely analyze accounts and activity within to ensure that all material entries are booked timely and correctly, including financing and related interest calculations
• Responsible for completing required tasks to fulfill the month end close by the 5th business day 
• Generate monthly reports for monthly executive deliverables
• Review and ensure consistency of data between data originating from source/subsidiary systems not integrated with general ledger software (e.g. customer billing and fleet management) 
• Effectively communicate and interact with operations to ensure timely information and data flow in support of a timely close
• Complete account reconciliations in a timely manner following the monthly close and make related adjusting entries as needed
• Look for process improvement opportunities and make recommendations to management
• Maintain process policies and procedures to prevent inaccuracies
• Work with the finance team to answer questions related to journal entries
• Assist repair shops with parts inventory analysis
• Mentor, train and develop staff accountants
• Provide supporting schedules and information needed for the annual financial audit
• Performs other related duties, as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or any other related field
• Experience in fast-paced muti site, manufacturing, distribution, logistics industries
• 4+ years’ experience in accounting
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent accounting software user and administration skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in public accounting

Physical/Environmental Demands:

• Physical:
  • Sitting, seeing, hearing, speaking & smelling continuously.
  • Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, calculating, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.
  • Eye/hand coordination, fingering (typing), handling, & wrist motion continuously.
  • Standing & walking frequently.
  • Bending, reaching, and stretching occasionally.

• Environmental:
  • Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, & noise occasionally.
  • Exposure to grease, oil, chemicals, & wet conditions occasionally.
  • Works inside only. Position considered office only.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K & Profit Sharing
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran

Salary: $91,000 - $121,000/year

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