ACCOUNTANT (31233)

Description

Job Summary

At KLS Martin, we are offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a dynamic and thriving company. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced financial Accountant. In this role, you are a vital part of supporting the financial health of our organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and enhancing the effectiveness of our internal controls and processes. Your expertise in financial reporting, accounting principles, and process optimization will contribute to our overall success.

Essential Functions, Duties, And Responsibilities

• Month-End and Year-End Close: Participate in the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring that financial records are accurately closed and financial reporting requirements are met. Prepare and post accurate and timely journal entries to record financial transactions in compliance with accounting standards. Perform account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. Identify and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. Maintain organized and detailed financial records, including supporting documentation for journal entries and reconciliations.
• Financial Reporting Support: Collaborate with the accounting team to provide accurate and comprehensive data for the preparation of company financial statements.
• Fixed Asset Accounting: Assist in recording of acquisitions, disposals and depreciation. Maintain accurate records and perform reconciliations.
• Internal Controls: Comply with established internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure accurate financial reporting, and mitigate risks.
• Process Improvement and Automation: Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, streamline workflows and automate manual tasks within the financial reporting and accounting functions. Leverage technology solutions to drive process optimization, improve accuracy, and reduce cycle times.
  
  

Qualifications

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Proven experience in financial reporting and accounting roles, demonstrating a strong understanding of accounting principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency in corporate accounting and internal controls.
• 1-5 years of experience in a related position preferred.
• Proficient use of SAP financial system preferred.
• Intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Attention to detail for financial data entry, reconciliations and documentation at the foundational level.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate within the accounting team.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and absorb new information about accounting principles and processes and flourish in a collaborative team environment.
• High standards of integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to follow through on issues, make informed decisions that comply with policies and procedures, complete tasks and problem-solve.
• Initiative-taking and action oriented.
  
  

Skill Requirements

• Typing/computer keyboard
• Utilize computer software (specified above)
• Retrieve and compile information
• Maintain records/logs
• Verify data and information
• Organize and prioritize information/tasks
• Operate office equipment
• Advanced mathematical concepts (fractions, decimals, ratios, percentages, graphs)
• Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Research, analyze and interpret information
• Investigate, evaluate, recommend action
• Basic mathematical concepts (e.g. add, subtract)
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods
• Extended periods viewing computer screen
• Walking
• Reading
• Speaking
• Hear/Listen
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance
• Writing
  
  

Hazards

• Normal office environment
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Description

Job Summary

At KLS Martin, we are offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a dynamic and thriving company. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced financial Accountant. In this role, you are a vital part of supporting the financial health of our organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and enhancing the effectiveness of our internal controls and processes. Your expertise in financial reporting, accounting principles, and process optimization will contribute to our overall success.

Essential Functions, Duties, And Responsibilities

• Month-End and Year-End Close: Participate in the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring that financial records are accurately closed and financial reporting requirements are met. Prepare and post accurate and timely journal entries to record financial transactions in compliance with accounting standards. Perform account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. Identify and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. Maintain organized and detailed financial records, including supporting documentation for journal entries and reconciliations.
• Financial Reporting Support: Collaborate with the accounting team to provide accurate and comprehensive data for the preparation of company financial statements.
• Fixed Asset Accounting: Assist in recording of acquisitions, disposals and depreciation. Maintain accurate records and perform reconciliations.
• Internal Controls: Comply with established internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure accurate financial reporting, and mitigate risks.
• Process Improvement and Automation: Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, streamline workflows and automate manual tasks within the financial reporting and accounting functions. Leverage technology solutions to drive process optimization, improve accuracy, and reduce cycle times.
  
  

Qualifications

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Proven experience in financial reporting and accounting roles, demonstrating a strong understanding of accounting principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency in corporate accounting and internal controls.
• 1-5 years of experience in a related position preferred.
• Proficient use of SAP financial system preferred.
• I ntermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Attention to detail for financial data entry, reconciliations and documentation at the foundational level.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate within the accounting team.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and absorb new information about accounting principles and processes and flourish in a collaborative team environment.
• High standards of integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to follow through on issues, make informed decisions that comply with policies and procedures, complete tasks and problem-solve.
• Initiative-taking and action oriented.
  
  

Skill Requirements

• Typing/computer keyboard
• Utilize computer software (specified above)
• Retrieve and compile information
• Maintain records/logs
• Verify data and information
• Organize and prioritize information/tasks
• Operate office equipment
• Advanced mathematical concepts (fractions, decimals, ratios, percentages, graphs)
• Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Research, analyze and interpret information
• Investigate, evaluate, recommend action
• Basic mathematical concepts (e.g. add, subtract)
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods
• Extended periods viewing computer screen
• Walking
• Reading
• Speaking
• Hear/Listen
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance
• Writing
  
  

Hazards

• Normal office environment
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.