Sr. Accountant

Job DescriptionCollect, analyze, verify and report information related to the Company’s and its subsidiaries’ property, plant and equipment including software prepaids. Work closely with our Divisional Controller, other property accounting team members and other departments throughout the organization to produce timely, accurate and relevant financial reporting information.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesThe key responsibilities will include as a minimum the following:Works collaboratively with all members of the accounting department to meet monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting objectives.Works with other groups to understand capital projects and budgets.Creates journal entries for monthly/quarterly close.Reconciles general ledger accounts directly related to capital assets.Reviews monthly/quarterly general ledger transactions and makes corrections as needed for coding.Maintains accurate and complete files and records to document transactions.Maintains a high level of internal control over financial reporting processes.Assists with audit PBC’s and requests.Other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, back-up to Cash Application clerk as well as a back-up to the other Property Accountant(s)Minimum Requirements: An individual in this position must have attained a minimum of BA or BS to meet entry-level requirements. Education beyond the minimum is an added advantage for career development activities.It is preferred that an individual have some public accounting experience. Additional industry experience is a plus.Certificates, Licenses, Registration RequirementsLicense(s): CPA preferredEmployee will consistently demonstrate competency when engaged in the following critical and important tasks.Critical TasksPrioritize workload and meet deadlinesAnalyze financial reports in connection with the tax return preparationComplete entries on forms, following tax form instructions and tax tablesCompute taxes owed, using calculator or personal computerConsult tax law handbook or bulletins to determine procedure for preparation of returnsCoordinate audits with state and federal taxing authoritiesDetermine forms needed to prepare returnReview tax lives and depreciation methods for fixed assetsAdvise Tax Manager on income tax issuesMonitor internal controls, separation of duties, departmental auditsStay current on any knowledge needed about using the chosen income tax softwareProvide accurate accounting and fiscal data to requesting management and/or programsImportant TasksDetail-orientated and organizedMust be able to demonstrate ability to work in a team environmentAssist in ACA reportingAssist with SOX certifications when neededAdvise staff on accounting related policies, procedures, and resolve problemsCommunicate with customers vendors, staff, and other Control AgenciesEnsure accurate and timely completion of tasks for the monthly accounting cycle