Accountant

Colonial Group • Savannah, GA

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About The Position

The Accountant supports general accounting functions, financial reporting, and business unit operational accounting for Colonial Group, Inc. The role performs daily, weekly, and monthly activities to maintain accurate financial records, support timely reporting, and uphold inventory accuracy and accounting integrity. It works closely with operational teams and includes visits to inventory locations, participation in physical inventories, and other activities that support accurate inventory balances. The position also assists with month-end close and provides backup support for daily cash position schedules and borrowing and repayment notices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Accounting or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel, and ability to work with multiple computer software platforms.
• Strong verbal and written communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal teams and operational personnel.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze financial information accurately.
• Willingness to travel as needed; travel is expected to be minimal and may be up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

• Previous related experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly account reconciliations for accounts receivable, accounts payable, accrued expenses, and other general ledger accounts.
• Perform daily and weekly activities needed to ensure accurate monthly reconciliations.
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for the monthly financial statement package.
• Analyze financial transactions and accounts to help ensure accounting entries are accurate and complete.
• Prepare journal entries to record revenues, expenses, and tax provisions.
• Visit inventory locations to understand inventory operations, processes, and physical inventory activity.
• Maintain an appropriate on-site presence throughout the year, including participating in physical inventories, inventory observations, reconciliations, and other activities supporting the integrity of inventory balances.
• Build working relationships with site teams to improve communication between Accounting and Operations and ensure inventory-related activity is accurately reflected in financial records.
• Develop working knowledge of operational and accounting software, equipment, and systems that affect accounting functions and financial reporting.
• Assist the accounting team with departmental deadlines and month-end closing activities.
• Provide backup support for preparing daily cash position schedules and submitting notices of borrowing and repayment activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time