Accountant 3

Daikin Comfort•Chesterfield, MO

About The Position

The Accountant 3 computes and prepares data for journal entries, reviews general ledger and related financial statements. Assists with the preparation of financial statements, ledgers, reports and taxes. Assists with financial reporting. Manages many types of reconciliations, learning the ins and outs of the monthly closing cycle for the company. Complies with policies and procedures. Ensures work aligns with established goals. Applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Manages projects and processes while working independently and with limited supervision. Coaches and reviews the work of lower-level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex; takes a new perspective on existing solutions.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP) and best practices
Ability to extract, prepare and analyze data, figures and transcriptions prepared on and generated by computer
Advanced Knowledge of Excel
Working knowledge of MS Outlook and Word
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment
Effective verbal and written communication skills
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
High level of analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills, including prioritization skills
Ability to establish positive work relationships and effective collaboration skills
Ability to apply good judgement, strong work ethics & integrity on the job
Ability to develop working relationships and effectively collaborate with internal and cross functional teams
8 plus years of progressive experience in related field, preferably high-volume environment
Experience managing a month end close
Experience with liabilities, assets, and reconciliation
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Responsibilities

Develop, implement and/or maintain one or a combination of general accounting systems
Monthly Reporting and Closing
Monthly financial analysis, mix, regions, product lines, branch rankings
Budgeting, consolidation, analysis, costing
Run ad-hoc queries mostly related to revenue growth and margin improvement
Work with operations group to improve showrooms
Books manual journal entries as needed
Maintains and reconciles ledger accounts
Provides record of assets, liabilities and other financial transactions
Balances books periodically and prepares profit and loss, income and balance sheet statements
Maintains receipts and disbursement reports
May prepare federal, state, and local reports and tax returns
May interpret reports and records for managers
Process miscellaneous payments, inter-company transfer, checks returned NSF and unidentified payments
Lead and assist special projects as assigned
Participate in additional projects/activities to support ongoing business needs