Senior Accountant

Kenworth Sales Co•Salt Lake City, UT

31d•Onsite

About The Position

Kenworth Sales Company was awarded the 2020 Dealer of the Year award and after 80 years of consistent excellence, we are still growing! We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our Salt Lake City , UT team. Senior Accountant Job Summary The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting monthly close activities, maintaining accurate financial records, and providing analysis to guide business decisions. This full-time, salaried role requires on-site office presence and typically works 8am-5pm, with the occasional possibility for extended hours during reporting periods.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and comprehend English instructions and information.
Bachelor's degree in accounting.
Minimum 3 years' accounting experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong analytical skills, computer literacy and proficiency in Excel and accounting software.
Must have a professional personal appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

Perform bank reconciliations and related journal entries.
Manage fixed assets: record additions/disposals, calculate monthly depreciation.
Prepare and file sales, use, and payroll tax reports for applicable states.
Record and pay property taxes as required.
Prepare payroll distribution entries (confirm accuracy with Controller).
Complete monthly account reconciliations and maintain schedules for accruals and prepaids.
Post various journal entries as needed.
Analyze financial data, identify trends, and recommend improvements.
Compare actual results to business plans and prepare variance analyses.
Develop process understanding to identify control gaps and efficiency opportunities.
Present financial trends using charts and graphs.
Perform other duties as assigned.