What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Huntington Steel & Supply Co?
Description
Job Responsibilities:
Accountant is responsible for monitoring accounting system, reviewing and adjusting accounts,
preparing financial statements, preparing payroll and related reports, compiling data and completing
periodic tax and reporting returns, and assisting CFO as needed.
Duties Include, but are not limited to:
- Review general ledger accounts, create and post general journal entries
- Compile financial statements and supporting documents
- Complete and file necessary monthly, quarterly, annual tax returns and reports
- Reconcile bank accounts
- Perform payroll duties and related reporting
- Analyze the financial details of past, present and expected operations to identify development and improvement opportunities
- Review and analyze customer accounts, aid in approving/denying credit transactions, and contact them on overdue items
- Complete and record bank deposits
- Pick up mail at post office and sort
- Act as backup for accounts payable function
- Act as backup for accounts receivable function
- Constantly work on methods to improve efficiency and productivity
- Assist CFO as needed
- Attend meetings and training
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Education and Experience:
- Two or Four-year degree required
- Understanding of bookkeeping and financial statements
Skills Required:
- Very detail-oriented and analytical with problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles, functions, and general ledger knowledge
- Working knowledge of the daily operations of a business
- Professional appearance and manner
- Computer proficiency
- MS Excel, Google Docs/Sheets
- Good communication skills
- Good planning and organizational skills
- Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- Dependable, good work ethic and attitude
- Desire to learn
- Safety minded
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time in an office chair
- Must work in an office environment