Accountant

Job Overview:

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accountant to join our company. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and excellent analytical skills. This position is on-site and salaried exempt.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• General Ledger Maintenance: Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Accounts Payable/Receivable: Manage and process accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accurate and timely payment of invoices and collection of receivables.
• Sales Tax Processing: Review and process sales to ensure that sales taxes are properly calculated, reported to the governing authority and paid for in a timely manner.
• Payroll Processing: Manage and process payroll and payroll taxes on a biweekly basis.
• Insurance Maintenance: Maintain and ensure insurance for both the company and employees is properly handled.
• Reconciliations: Conduct regular bank and account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations for audit inquiries.
• Compliance: Ensure employee compliance with company policies and procedures, and company compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Support budgeting and forecasting processes by providing financial data and analysis.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of accounting operations.
• Special Projects: Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned by the management.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: 2-4 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage is preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently when necessary.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience to EMAIL with the subject line “Accountant Application – “jrogers@chessex.com.”

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Our Company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Chessex Manufacturing Company:

Founded in 1987, Chessex® has had a long history of manufacturing gaming accessories with an emphasis on dice. Our goal is to provide high quality gaming accessories at an affordable price. We pride ourselves on sourcing our materials from partners with good work ethics.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Low Premium Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short/Term/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Company Match SIMPLE IRA

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Wayne, IN 46808 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Wayne, IN 46808: Relocate before starting work (Required)
• Work Location: In person