POSITION PURPOSE

The Accountant, under the general supervision of the Finance Director, is responsible for day to day accounting activities, including payroll, general property accounting, cash receipts, budget controls, account reconciliations, invoices, general ledger review and posting, and financial reports and analysis.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts. 

• Handle month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities. 
• Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital. 
• Prepares balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize current and projected company financial position. 
• Audit contracts, orders, and vouchers, and prepare reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to monthly close process. 
• Establish, modify, document, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures. 

Education

• BS in Finance or Accounting, or equivalent business experience

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years related business experience
• Solid understanding of accounting processes and procedures
• Proven ability to meet daily and monthly deliverables
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, with advanced working knowledge of Excel
• Ability to work efficiently independently as well as part of a team
• Public accounting experience, a plus
• Proficiency with Sage