Senior Accountant

About the Company: AKDO is a privately owned, market-leading manufacturer and distributor of natural stone, porcelain, ceramic, and glass products, including slabs, tiles, and mosaics. For the past 30 years, we have focused on top quality and consistency in both our products and our service, and as a result, we’ve emerged as one of America’s most renowned brands of luxury tile and stone.

About the Role: The Senior Accountant with assist in various functions in the Accounting Department which includes accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliations. They should be experienced in corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, as well as upholding internal control policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining internal controls.
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
• Coordinate and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes with specific tasks including updating the workpapers.
• Working in conjunction with the Assistant Controller, manage and assist with the preparation of regulatory reporting including annual and periodic reviews, audits, local, state, and federal government reporting requirements, and tax filings.
• Assist in accounting issues for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Participate in a wide variety of special projects (i.e., Commercial business profitability and Warehouse Sale).
• Prepare and communicate Sales Representatives monthly commission payments.
• Interact with multiple departments within the organization and ensure standard operating procedures and processes are followed and accurate information is shared.
• Assist in Treasury Management including Wire and ACH payment input into banking platform.
• Provide Accounts Payable and Receivable Support when necessary.

Qualifications/Skills/Abilities:

• BS in Accounting required
• 5 years of accounting experience, which includes Accounts Payable and Receivable
• Proven track record in preparing account reconciliations and financial reporting
• Strong knowledge of accounting, cost and inventory methodologies, and internal controls
• Extensive experience with general ledger functions and month and year end close process
• Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Pro-active approach, can prioritize, and take ownership of work with little or no supervision.
• Knowledge of information technology including software and hardware
• Strong computer skills including Excel, expertise with ERP, business intelligence tools, and sales reporting systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
• Versatile. Able to manage the demands from multiple projects and tasks

Benefits: AKDO recognizes that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages, and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason, we offer a Comprehensive Benefit Plan that includes the following:

• Medical and Dental Coverage
• Vision care coverage
• Disability insurance
• Employee life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401 (k) and company paid pension plan
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Statement: AKDO provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.