Accountant

Michaels Stores • Irving, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant is responsible for computing, classifying, and recording numerical data to keep financial records complete and accurate. In addition, the position will perform any combination of routine analysis, calculations, posting, and verifying duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. This position ensures the maintenance of, and adherence to, existing controls, policies, and procedures for accurate and complete financial statements and the sustainment of our Sarbanes-Oxley certification.

Requirements

• Bachelors or Master's Degree in Accounting
• Proficient in Excel
• 0 to 5 years of accounting experience
• Exposure to U.S. GAAP and SOX

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CMA preferred
• Experience with Oracle Financials or other large ERP desired

Responsibilities

• Reconcile and analyze various general ledger account balances and recommend to management appropriate action to be taken, if necessary.
• Prepare and enter various general ledger journal entries for month-end closing.
• Record bi-weekly payroll into the general ledger and process monthly accruals, when necessary.
• Provide analysis for various payroll related variances.
• Research questions and issues that arise relating to information contained in the monthly financial reports.
• Interrelate with other departments to resolve issues as they occur.
• Prepare and complete special projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Telemedicine services
• Flexible spending accounts
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Various voluntary insurance options
• Employee discounts
• Access to partner discount programs
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level