Accountant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent preferred
• 5+ years of accounting experience preferred
• Intermediate accounting knowledge
• Strong organization skills with high level of attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; able to transfer knowledge to junior level staff
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Ability to analyze and resolve difficult issues
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with intermediate to expert level ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, etc. required
• Ability to remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of assigned financial transactions which may include accounts payable, accounts receivable or payroll
• Research and resolve difficult accounting discrepancies and irregularities in a timely manner
• Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports
• Follow appropriate policies and procedures to assure that Southland maintains compliance with all state and federal laws as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Respond to internal and external customer inquiries in a timely manner. Provide individual instruction as needed to ensure users understand processes related to their financial transactions
• Assist in improvement and/or development of internal processes and procedures

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits