Accounting Coordinator Jobs

POSITION PURPOSE: Under the direction of the Accounting Manager, the Accounting Associate is responsible for managing the A/R, A/P and General Ledger accounting functions for multiple entities. Create improvements in the department to free up the Accounting Manager to focus on value added projects. Applicant must be a 'self-starter' to identify opportunities for improvements in current processes. Applicant must possess Word skills and diligence in documenting, testing, training, and implementing improvements. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accounts Payable; Entry, logging, and matching
• Strong communication skills; Must be able to effectively communicate with all internal and external customers alike at all levels.
• Ability to work extended hours especially during monthly and yearly closings.
• Recognize and properly account for prepaid expenses and accruals
• Support the department during yearend audit and tax planning ABILITIES, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Maintain fixed asset files and update using FAS software
• Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
• Act as backup for each area of the accounting department
• A solid business aptitude - significant experience and breadth in accounting practices, concepts and applications .
• Ability to multi-task. This position serves multiple companies, performs multiple accounting functions, and fulfills ad hoc sales and other financial information requests.
• Commission and rebate reporting
• Basic variance analysis
• Bachelor's Degree in Business with a major in Accounting.
• Collections; Customer and sales team calls and communication
• Accounts Receivable; Payment application
• Monthly journal entries for multiple companies
• Must be self-directed, resourceful and possess a can-do attitude. The ability to seek learning , growth and improvement opportunities on his/her own.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in general accounting with a strong background in accounting for multiple entities (intercompany accounting), A/P, A/R and General Accounting.
• JD Edwards experience required. Quickbooks experience preferred. Job Posted by ApplicantPro