Operations Accounting Specialist

Interstate Batteries • Dallas, TX

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Accounting Specialist is responsible for assembling, reviewing, and distributing monthly financial statements to Company-owned distributors. This role involves analyzing and consulting on the meaning and significance of these financial statements, requiring a strong understanding of financial statements, an analytical mindset, and effective communication skills with both Operations and Finance Teams. The specialist will also report and monitor financial results, provide feedback to distributors to aid management decisions, and offer financial insights to the Operations Finance Team. Additionally, the role includes participation in special projects aimed at improving departmental processes and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or 5 years of related Accounting experience.
• A minimum of one year of Financial Reporting experience (Income Statements, Financial Statements, etc.).
• A minimum of 2 years of general accounting/bookkeeping experience preferably in the distribution industry.
• Strong personal computer skills including experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently but capable of working in a team environment as well.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, telephone, explanation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Well organized, with a high degree of accuracy, and very detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks on a regular basis, accustomed to tight deadlines, and able to juggle multiple projects under minimal guidance.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide insights.
• Ability to use best practices and learn from others.

Nice To Haves

• SAP general ledger experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements for Company-owned distributors in an accurate and timely manner.
• Closely analyze financial statements for accuracy prior to submitting them for review.
• Report and monitor financial results of Company-owned operations to local management.
• Perform detailed variance analysis against the prior year and annual operating plan (AOP).
• Provide Distributors with feedback regarding the significant elements of the financial statements in order to enable the Distributors to make informed management decisions (i.e. improve profitability).
• Provide internal customers (i.e. Interstate Ops, Credit Department, Distributor Development) with pertinent financial information about Company-owned distributorships.
• Synthesize and communicate results upward to the Accounting Manager and Operations Finance Team.
• Participate in special projects to improve the processes and procedures of the Department (i.e. Continuous Improvement, Process Mapping, Consistency, System Issues).
• Exemplify Interstate’s Purpose and Values.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Company supported wellness program
• Onsite fitness center
• Wide range of professional development opportunities
• Training, resources and tools
• Competitive pay and bonus structure
• Saving and investment options that help you reach your financial goals and plan for your future

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees