What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Equity Trust?
*This position is based out of our Westlake, OH office but eligible for a hybrid remote schedule (1-2 days in office per week).
JOB SUMMARY:
JOB SUMMARY:
The Accountant I position ensures the integrity of the Company’s accounting information by recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions. He/she reconciles the general and subsidiary ledger accounts. Assists in the preparation and distribution of monthly financial statements and is accountable for the General Ledger, as well as other projects as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Prepares and records asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries by compiling and analyzing account information
- Facilitates and completes monthly close procedures including, but not limited to, journal entries, cash reconciliations and proofs, and balance sheet account reconciliations
- Assists with analyzing financial statements on a monthly basis and reports on variances; provides financial commentary to management
- Prepares documentation in support of financial and tax audits
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Provides back-up support for Accounts Payable and payroll processing
- Reviews bank statements
- Researches and reconciles all discrepancies
- Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
- One (1) year of accounting experience, preferably in a financial service company
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) candidate preferred
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and knowledge of statutory accounting principles
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:
In addition to the Core Company competencies of Cultivates Innovation, Nimble Learning, Action Oriented, Collaborates and Being Resilient:
- Financial Acumen
- Communicates Effectively
- Situational Adaptability
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to speak and hear. The associate is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, and reach with hands and arms. It requires the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.
DISCLAIMER/ASSOCIATE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description can be amended at any time.
Equity Trust Company is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
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