Accountant

HECLA MINING CO.•Coeur d'Alene, ID

48d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant performs a key role in supporting the Company’s internal and external financial reporting processes. The Staff Accountant will perform all tasks assigned in a timely manner and in accordance with Company policies, procedures and systems of internal control. The Staff Accountant is an important part of the Finance & Accounting Team in helping to achieve department goals and objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or related discipline
Relevant experience in financial reporting, and knowledge of accounting systems and practices
Self-motivated, with the ability work independently, and work effectively within team structures
Able to organize and perform a variety of projects, tasks and activities, in an accurate and timely manner
Able to provide creative insight and problem solving
Able to demonstrate discretion and discernment in all business matters
Able to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner

Nice To Haves

Practical knowledge of the mining industry and/or manufacturing processes, is helpful
Licensed as a CPA or CPA candidate is preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares journal entries at month-end for the corporate ledger or other business units
Adheres to a monthly financial close schedule to ensure timely completion of work
Helps prepare monthly internal financial package
Assists with preparation and review of SEC filings, and builds knowledge of SEC and other public company reporting issues
Records payroll data into the business system
Prepares account reconciliations
Maintains integrity and periodic maintenance of intercompany accounts
Reviews weekly payment preparations to ensure proper support and authorization
Routinely visits operations to understand their strategic plans, and works with operations personnel on relevant topics
Research GAAP and SEC reporting guidance and assists in development of company positions and approaches on related issues
Assists with execution of internal controls
Works with Budgeting & Forecasting personnel to provide inputs for and review of their information
Assists the tax and treasury departments, as needed
Assists with internal and external audits, providing documentation, reports and information, as requested
Supports accounting and reporting activities related to business combinations or divestitures
Completes monthly consolidation of subsidiaries
Builds and maintains system reports for various end users
Gains proficiency in the use of ERP, working frequently with IT for performance and troubleshooting
Performs other work as assigned