Controller

PURPOSE:

The Accountant’s responsibility is to perform routine accounting activities for multiple departments. Responsibilities include: Performing accounts payable and receivable functions; preparation of various accounting statements and financial reports; making standard and adjusting journal entries; reconciling accounts and providing financial data to Management; tracking ongoing capital projects. The Accountant assists the with special projects, as assigned.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strive for excellence in all work by focusing on continuous improvement, consistent work practices, and working with other co-workers for the betterment of the company while doing everything well with minimal errors or defects to ensure customer satisfaction and quality standards
• Process vendor invoices and pay within terms
• Enter standard JE’s and month end
• Process customer invoices
• Receive customer payments
• Prepare reports as scheduled
• Download bank statements
• Track capital expenditures
• Prepare monthly financials, as requested
• Reconcile various accounts at month-end
• Create purchase orders for non-inventory items, as requested
• Set up new vendors
• Prepare and mail 1099 forms to vendors and the IRS and other year-end items as needed
• Enter new hires
• Process payroll (weekly)
• Back up Manager
• All other duties as assigned based on the needs of the business

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Accounting Degree: a minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the accounting field
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of accounting principles
• Personal effectiveness/credibility and solid ethical conduct
• Strong organization, planning, and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbal, and written form
• Ability to apply general understanding to carry out written and verbal instructions
• Problem solving and investigative skills with the ability to handle pressure and think clearly in all situations
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills with proven ability to navigate through multiple screens effectively
• Intermediate to advanced experience with MS Office Suite
• Intermediate to advanced experience with Quickbooks
• Knowledge and experience working with accounting and financial software systems such as M3 Accounting Software.
• High mathematical skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
• Ability to understand and apply safe handling procedures of all materials used in the general office area
• Must have initiative and the ability to work in a team-environment

PREFERRED:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• 5 or more years’ experience in Accounting with degree

EXTERNAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Occasional interaction with visitors and clients

INTERNAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Regular interaction with other departments

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/EQUIPMENT USE:

• Regular sitting and use of general office equipment, computer keyboard, printer, copier
• Regular use hands; reach with hands and arms
• Occasional standing, stooping, kneeling

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Moderate noise level Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Experience:
• Bookkeeping: 5 year (Preferred)
• Accounting: 5 years (Required)
• Location:
• Fontana Dam, NC

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment
• Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
• Day shift
• Weekends and nights as needed for special projects

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000