Accountant I

Marine Agency Corp•Litchfield, CT

33d•Onsite

About The Position

As Accountant of the Litchfield team, you will be involved in a wide variety of finance-related tasks that are primarily associated with preparing and maintaining accounting records and financial planning and analysis for decision support.

Requirements

Associate's degree in accounting/finance; or equivalent experience
2+ years' related experience and a thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures
Work experience within manufacturing, distribution preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, Lookups, etc.)
ERP and Accounting Systems experience preferred
Highly organized and detailed oriented
Team player
Excellent written & verbal communication skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision, work independently
Problem solving & critical thinking
Positive energy & enthusiastic learner
Ability to prioritize and sense of urgency as needed

Nice To Haves

Work experience within manufacturing, distribution preferred
ERP and Accounting Systems experience preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
Prepare and file Sales & Use tax monthly, quarterly and annually
Review and coding freight & broker transactions and billing
Handle intercompany accounts payable process
Process fixed asset and depreciation transactions
Assist with month/quarter/year-end closing activities (journal entries, reserve calculations, inventory valuation, intercompany reconciliation, etc.)
Assist with prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities
Develop and document accounting processes to maintain and strengthen internal controls
Record acquisition, movement, and disposal of fixed assets and track idle assets
Support audit requests from internal and external auditors
Complete special projects and assignments as required