Staff Accountant

Encore Global•Schiller Park, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant is responsible for completion and maintenance of selected general ledger balance sheet accounts, which includes accurately recording monthly transactions, analyzing data, and reconciling general ledger accounts. They will also assist with fixed asset processing along with researching and addressing P&L related questions from field locations and/or the FPA department to ensure accuracy in accounting data. This role will report into the Manager or Supervisor of Accounting.

Requirements

Minimum of BS/BA in Accounting and/or Finance
Must have a minimum of 1-2 years of accounting experience.
ERP accounting software experience, Microsoft Dynamics AX and Oracle a plus
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Advanced Excel skills
Strong analytical skills
Demonstrate attention to detail and concern for quality
Ability to complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner
Attention to detail
High concern for accuracy and quality
Clear, open, and timely communication
Teamwork

Nice To Haves

Competency Group 2
Deliver World Class Service
Hospitality
Ownership
Do The Right Thing
Demonstrates Self-Awareness
Drive Results
Ensures Accountability
See The Big Picture
Decision Quality
Manages Complexity
Value People
Collaborates

Responsibilities

Complete journal entries in Oracle Cloud or Microsoft Dynamics AX for all areas assigned in the month end close process within due dates.
Analyze results for all areas assigned to identify issues and contribute to a timely and appropriate resolution.
Assist with the P&L question mailbox by responding to requests from field operations and/or FPA department timely and resolve accounting issues that arise with a high service level.
Research and analyze line of business income statement and general ledger accounts per requests from FPA department and management.
Correct problems such as miscoding or improperly booked entries.
Actively work with the shared-services teams to identify reporting improvement.
Complete monthly account reconciliations for a portion of the balance sheet chart of accounts as assigned in a timely and accurate manner.
Assist with fixed asset processing including additions and retirements.
Work with the inventory control team to solve field requests related to fixed assets.
Prepare fixed asset reconciliations and journal entries as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned from the General Accounting Department.
Actively participate in special projects as assigned.
May assist with processing and communication regarding Sales commission requests as assigned.
May assist with database updates and manual hotel commission payments as assigned.
May assist with Hargrove business as assigned.