Accountant/Bookkeper

Job Summary:

Fourwide Transportation is currently hiring an experienced Accountant/Bookkeeper. The candidate should demonstrate the ability to direct and oversee the financial activities of the organization and all affiliated entities, direct and prepare current financial reports, budget reports, and create forecasts predicting future growth.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees the Accounting department, budget preparation, audit functions, of all affiliated entities.
• Works with other department heads to monitor each department and make recommendations.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Leads preparation of all financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, expense reports, projection reports and budgeting.
• Organizes, plans, and reviews month and quarter-end financial closing in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, including reviewing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Works with CPA of record for tax return preparation, and other items as requested by CPA.
• Reviews and approves submission of all monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to local, state, and federal agencies.
• Prepares and compares budgeted to actual expense reports; makes necessary adjustments to future projections and budgets.
• Works with the President and other executives to plan growth strategies and establish priorities and measurable goals.
• Manages General Ledger and Chart of Accounts and ensures the department is coding correctly.
• Creates policies and procedures related to purchasing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Analyzes operations to identify areas in need of reorganization, downsizing, or elimination in the department.
• Performing internal audits involving cash handling and account coding.
• Reviewing contracts to ensure billing and accounts receivable reporting is correct.
• Supervises Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and other accounting functions and personnel.
• Maintains financial security by establishing internal controls.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Proficient in database and accounting computer application systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in financial management (preferred)

Certification(s):

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation (preferred)

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to access various departments of a given location.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• accounting: 10 years (Preferred)

Language:

• english and spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person