Staff Accountant

ADTRAN • Huntsville, AL

61d

About The Position

The General Accountant will be responsible for recording various financial transactions of the company while assisting in the day-to-day activities in the Accounting department such as financial analysis, month-end close, and reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (or related Business field) required.
• 2+ years of Accounting experience required.
• Experience preparing financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and management analyses required.
• Working knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley controls required.
• Advanced Microsoft skills including, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
• Advanced understanding of accounting processes and principles required.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills required.
• High level of personal ownership and flexibility expected.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) required.
• Positive attitude and excellent team player who can meet deadlines.
• High speed internet and connectivity capabilities to facilitate remote or hybrid schedule.

Nice To Haves

• SAP or BAAN experience is highly desired.
• IFRS knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform general accounting entries, analysis, and reporting.
• Prepare and maintain account reconciliations for various balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Perform and review Sarbanes Oxley controls related to areas of responsibility.
• Flexible knowledge and willingness to support multiple Accounting areas (general ledger, intercompany, cash and banking, prepaids, inventory, fixed assets, accruals, etc.) with common business tasks.
• Exhibit US GAAP technical knowledge in performing accounting duties and ability to assist in researching complex accounting arrangements.
• Ability to understand and map end-to-end accounting cycles.
• Other projects and assignments may be assigned to accommodate the changing needs of the department and the Company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees