Accountant

Mirion•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

Paragon is seeking an Accountant to join our team! The Accountant will be responsible for maintaining and analyzing financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting with at least 2 years of prior experience.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite with a heavy emphasis on Excel.
Proven analytical skills with ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identify issues, formulate options, and make recommendations.

Nice To Haves

CPA license is a plus.
Experience with Acumatica is a plus.

Responsibilities

Performs detailed account reconciliations and financial analyses to identify trends, variances, discrepancies, and unusual activity, and prepares supporting reports and documentation.
Reviews invoices, purchase orders, contracts, expense reports, and other financial documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and procedures.
Investigates and resolves discrepancies, posting errors, and inconsistencies within financial records, journal entries, and supporting documentation.
Processes day-to-day accounting transactions including account maintenance, accruals, adjustments, and intercompany activity in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Maintains accurate financial records and supporting schedules for general ledger accounts and transactional accounting activities.
Prepares and files Sales and Use Tax reports and assists with resolving tax-related questions, discrepancies, and audit requests.
Supports month-end and year-end close activities, including preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting schedules.
Assists with budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling financial data, analyzing spending trends, and monitoring transactional activity.
Collaborates with internal departments and business units to ensure invoices, payments, and accounting transactions are processed accurately and timely.
Responds to internal and external inquiries related to accounting transactions, account activity, reconciliations, and financial documentation.
Assists with audit support by gathering documentation, preparing schedules, and responding to auditor requests.
Maintains compliance with internal controls, SOX, company policies, and accounting procedures while supporting continuous process improvement initiatives.