What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Accountant position at Crowley?
Sr. Accountant - (USA0003FX)
Description
As a privately held, U.S.-owned and operated company, Crowley provides services to 36 nations and island territories. Our purpose is to bravely advance what's possible to elevate people and planet, with our core values of Integrity, Sustainability and Drive guiding everything we do.
By expanding and innovating our services, we have expanded our footprint in services within the Logistics, Land Transportation, Shipping, Wind and Fuel industries. Crowley and its affiliated companies have generated more than $3.5 billion in annual revenue through our people's focus on excellence and a culture that values everyone's voices and collaboration.
To continue laying the groundwork and challenge what's possible for our business, we seek to partner with individuals ready to elevate their careers with us.
SUMMARY: Responsible for performing highly specialized, professional level, accounting duties according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Plans and conducts comprehensive studies to improve the operational and financial effectiveness of a department or business unit/segment. Performs statistical, cost and financial analysis of financial reports and data, and prepares summaries for management. Recommends cost improvement measures. Interprets data to determine past financial performance and/or to project financial probability. Reviews costs and performs cost/benefit analysis related to projects and/or programs. Develops financial reports to determine forecasts, trends and results. Assists in the development, enhancement and implementation of policies and procedures. Provides support for less experienced accounting personnel. Will assist with general ledger maintenance activities and account reconciliations. May assist with data management and reporting maintenance from various systems using Power BI. Tasks will include, but not limited to, union benefit payments, audits, and administration of Union contracts.
Qualifications
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field; or a combination of post high school and equal experience may be substituted for education.
EXPERIENCE: 5 - 8 years of experience in a progressively responsible accounting role.
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Outlook and Excel and Power BI in addition to advanced proficiency with accounting systems, such as Oracle and ADP.
COMPETENCIES: Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to prioritize, organize and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously. Ability to perform accurately in a detail-oriented environment. Ability to compile, review, and reconcile data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance. Knowledge of basic accounting principles such as payables, receivables and accruals. Knowledge of electronic data processing as it applies to finance and accounting.
OTHER: Deltek (Cost Accounting) experience a plus.
JOB SCOPE: Position impacts a single business unit/segment.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like. Extended use of a computer keyboard, viewing of a computer monitor and the ability to sit for long periods of time.
