What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Englefield Inc?
SUMMARY:
The Senior Accountant position is responsible for serving as a team leader in the finance department for a specific division or divisions and ensuring the department creates accurate and timely financial records for the organization.
DIVISION:
Finance
REPORTS TO:
Director of Finance
FLSA:
Exempt
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Full-Time
EEO JOB CLASSIFICATION CODES:
Accountant
Job Code: 13-2011.01
Census Code: 0800
EFFECTIVE DATE:
June 2017
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Analyze accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness and conformance to standards defined within the department.
• Assist with the preparation of company financial documents; prepare summary reports on variances, and complete final division financial documents for internal stakeholders.
• Develop systems, forms, and manuals for the maintenance of financial records, making use of current technologies.
• Oversee assigned accounts and ensure they are within contract terms; reallocate amounts as needed; assists in the development of Finance Staff, as directed.
• Monitor division activities and resolve and reconcile issues as needed.
• Serve as the first point of contact for Division leadership regarding all financial information, provide guidance and recommendations.
• Ensure efficient, timely and accurate processing of transactions, completion and distribution of financial reports and statements, and consolidation of various accounting reports and records.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Work with the Finance Director on appropriate fiscal strategies.
COMPETENCIES
• Entrepreneurial Orientation – Ability to take initiative, to recognize and create opportunities.
• Organizational Agility – Ability to work at all levels of the organization and with a variety of stakeholder styles.
• Flexibility & Adaptability – Ability to support organizational changes needed to improve effectiveness and help others to successfully manage change.
• Business Acumen – Knowledge of business operations, functions, and industry.
• Communication – Strong written/verbal communication skills; interpret, summarize and articulate complex information for general use among a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Professionalism & Confidentiality – High levels of integrity and confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Mathematical and numerical reasoning – Choose the right methods or formulas to solve various financial problems; ability to accurately complete basic mathematical computations.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• 4-year degree in accounting, finance, or related area preferred; CPA desired.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in producing financial schedules and reports; experience in retail or fuel industries desired.
• Forecasting and budgeting experience required.
• Accounting software (ERP) and Microsoft Office experience required.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and
activities may change at any time with or without notice.
WORK AUTHORIZATION
Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required in order to verify employment eligibility within 3 business days of the first day of employment.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
Englefield, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Englefield, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This
policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Englefield, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Englefield, Inc.’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.