Staff Accountant, Ascend

Ascend • Jackson, TN

13d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing administrators with accurate and timely financial data to assist them in the management of the Company, and to ensure that financial records are maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and guidelines as established by State and Federal agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance
• 1 – 2 years accounting work experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Demonstrated initiative and self-motivation, along with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles and practices.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles.
• Improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions.
• Reconcile insurance reserves and book journal entries on a monthly basis
• Match bank data daily and monthly bank reconciliations
• Reconcile and enter fuel / tolls expenses
• Prepare various tax reports for vehicles and use taxes as required on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis.
• Research and resolve various accounting issues.
• Assist Corp Controller on other tasks as needed.
• Adhere to the Ascend policies and internal controls while promoting and exhibiting intellectual honesty.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (effective the 1st of the month after hire)
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Enhanced benefits, including Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level