What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at The Doe Run Company?
We are Doe Run - 160 years strong, delivering mineral and metals to power the world.
Based in St. Louis, Missouri, The Doe Run Company is a privately held natural resources company and one of the largest lead producers in the Western Hemisphere. Dedicated to environmentally responsible mineral and metal production, Doe Run has facilities in Missouri, Washington, and Arizona and operates one of the world's largest, single-site lead recycling facilities, located in Boss, MO. Using innovative mining techniques, Doe Run skillfully taps one of the largest lead deposits in the world. As stewards of the mineral resources in our care, we strive to provide premium services and products to people who share our belief in enhancing the quality of life. You may view our sustainability report located at http://sustainability.doerun.com/.
This position offers a competitive base pay and is eligible for the Company variable pay (bonus) plan. Benefits start first day and include insurance, paid time off, and various customer discount programs.
The Doe Run Company is currently seeking an Accountant to assist the Division Controller and conduct accounting functions in a timely and accurate manner in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), federal and state laws, and company policy. This position is located at our Corporate Office in St. Louis, MO.
Responsibilities:
- Month-end closing and/or reconciling of accounts as assigned by Division Controller, including but not limited to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Prepaid Assets, Depletion, Inspection Fees, Sales and Use tax liabilities, and Travel Advance.
- Process requisition approvals by ensuring proper coding for GAAP, sales/use tax accrual, and company policy.
- Prepare journal entries to General Ledger for timely and accurate recording of monthly financial results and maintain analysis and reconciliation of various general ledger accounts.
- Research and instruct others in areas related to Sales and Use Tax.
- Assist the Division Controller in the budgeting process.
- Assist quarterly internal reporting and fulfill bank or external audit requests.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- Minimum 1 years experience in financial and cost accounting and/or audit or related experience
- Experience with sales and use tax in a manufacturing setting preferred
- Experience analyzing billing and invoicing using a complex billing structure preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge and application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Knowledge of revenue recognition principles
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong computer skills, including Adaptive, MS Office suite PeopleSoft, DataServ and SharePoint
- Effective organizational and time management skills
Work Environment, Lifting & Physical Requirements:
- Work is generally performed in a standard office setting.
- Regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, use repetitive motion, talk and hear.
- Requires clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.
- May be required to lift up to 5 pounds.
Doe Run is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veterans.
Experience
Required- 1 year(s): Experience in financial and cost accounting and/or audit or related experience
- Experience analyzing billing and invoicing using a complex billing structure.
- Experience with sales and use tax in a manufacturing setting.
Education
Required- Bachelors or better in Accounting
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
