What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant II position at H-E-B?
Responsibilities
The Finance & Accounting Team has fiduciary responsibility for financial aspects of our end-to-end business, including all accounting and regulatory facets of Product, from 'Farm to Fork' ... Facilities, from 'Greenfield to Sunset' ... and Partners, from 'Recruit to Retire.' The team also oversees our Mexico Division's accounting, tax, and finance operations.As an Accountant II, you'll perform general ledger accounting and highly complex functions, providing specialized analyses, and identifying and analyzing root causes. Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources--People--drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company.Do you have a:HEART FOR PEOPLE... ability to communicate across many levels?HEAD FOR BUSINESS... experience to provide action-oriented analysis?PASSION FOR RESULTS... initiative to stay current on best practices and trends?We are looking for:- a master's degree (a plus)- advanced analytical and problem-solving skillsWhat is the work?Analytics:- Performs highly complex tasks, providing specialized analyses in various accounting functions (e.g., accounts receivable, accounts payable, cost accounting, etc.)- Discovers / drives new ways to use information to impact business decisions and results- Reviews financial data; maintains documented records supporting financial data used in actual and budget analysis- Provides complex analysis and recommendations on new / existing businesses to senior management- Performs complex analyses, and identifies / analyzes root causes using advanced problem-solving skills- May report on weekly actuals and forecasts profitability that involve trend analysis, economic research, and comparative analysis- Collaborates on ad hoc projects, strategic in focus, to assist in decision-making by leadershipAccounting:- Develops / recommends complex accounting systems, methods, procedures, and controls- Develops / modifies major procedures for financial reporting and cost analysis in specialized areas- Responds to actual and budget questions; explains data to ensure management understanding- Participates in audits; interfaces with regulatory bodies to ensure understanding of financial data, methodology, and applicability under appropriate regulations- Documents / communicates changes to assigned accounting processes- Independently resolves issues- Participates on cross-functional projects; collaborates with non-accounting Partners / teams- Proactively stays abreast of best practices and regulatory changes- May advise / present to leaders- May provide work leadership for lower-level PartnersWhat is your background?- Bachelor's degree in accounting, or a related field; Master's degree a plus- 4 years of experience in H-E-B accounting roles, or- 6 years of broad-based accounting functions- CPA a plusDo you have what it takes to be a fit as an H-E-B Accountant II?- Proficient knowledge of GAAP and regulatory accounting practices- Advanced PC, MS Office, and software skills, including word processing, database management, spreadsheets, and graphics- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail- Advanced research skills- Strong verbal / written communication skills- Strong time-management skills- Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of management and PartnersCan you...- Function in a fast-paced, retail, office environment- Travel by car or plane with overnight stays- Sit for extended periods- Work extended hours
12/2024
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