Lead Accountant

MISSION YOGURT INC•Westminster, CO

11d

About The Position

The Lead Accountant is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting and compliance. This position’s key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, financial reporting, journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, month-end closing procedures, preparation of various analyses, and assistance with quarterly and year-end requests and audits, including the preparation of financial statements. In addition, the Lead Accountant contributes to the achievement of the Company’s timely and accurate reporting by assisting with process improvement initiatives and managing and mentoring other members of the accounting department. The primary objective is to ensure the integrity of financial information and contribute to the organization’s financial health and strategic goals.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor's degree in business or accounting preferred.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience in a leadership role.
2 – 5 years of experience in clerical accounting.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting and bookkeeping principles and procedures.
MS Office and knowledge of QuickBooks accounting software.
Must be able to alternate between sitting and standing for up to 10 hours.
Position requires prolonged sitting, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching overhead, and lifting products and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds, with occasional lifting and/or moving of items up to 50 pounds, as well as repetitive hand and wrist motion.
Knowledge of current and emerging trends in technologies, techniques, issues, and approaches in area of expertise.
Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.
Records maintenance and database management skills.
Ability to perform in a multi-tasking environment and work creatively with limited resources.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the Restaurant and Hospitality Industry is an advantage.
Knowledge of restaurant terminology, supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.

Responsibilities

Oversee, lead, and participate in the finalization of monthly and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP accounting standards.
Responsible for the accounting of complex transactions, including the management and reconciliation of intercompany accounts and subsidiary records, ensuring the accuracy of journal entries and the proper classification of accounting entries.
Keep up to date with accounting principle developments and regulatory accounting developments in order to ensure the optimization of best practices.
Support the development of accounting policies and provide accounting guidance to executive management.
Support the Accounting Manager in preparing deliverables, reports & presentations to Executive Management.
Review patterns or trends in processes, including key accounting estimates, and identify opportunities for standardization and optimization.
Analyze financial data to support decision-making.
Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial data.
Assist with the management of the accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely payments to suppliers and prompt collection from customers.
Liaise with external auditors during annual audits, providing all necessary financial records and support to facilitate the audit process.
Research and implement new accounting software and systems to improve financial reporting efficiency and accuracy.
Hold staff accountable and review errors related to adherence to the Company’s financial processes, procedures, and deadlines.
Mentor and supervise accounting staff, providing training and development to enhance their skills and performance.
Maintains Company confidence and protects operations by keeping accounting, banking and financial information confidential.