Accountant

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Located in Woodland, WA

Salary: $28.00-$33.00

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for accounting work for a variety of complex accounting functions requiring critical thinking and analysis. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), financial regulations, federal and state tax laws is required.

Responsible for monthly review of full balance sheet reconciliations and assistance with audit and budget preparation. Assist with month-end and year-end closing. Backup for Payroll processing, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable duties utilizing integrated accounting software, complex spreadsheets, and MS Office programs. Assists with process improvements and system changes. Other tasks as assigned.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Preparation of financial statements, budget files, forecasts, and additional reporting requirements.
• Analytical ability to gather and summarize data for reports, find solutions to various administrative problems, and prioritize work effectively.
• Review and analyze general ledger transactions to resolve discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.
• Responsible for timely and accurate processing of month end closure, including intercompany transactions and balance confirmations.
• Cash management, control, and reporting.
• Maintain complex financial data within Excel and computerized accounting systems.
• Manage and track company fixed assets.
• Work with external auditing firms as they perform annual audits.
• Understand and assist with payroll processing.
• Responsible for the organization and maintenance of existing accounting procedures and the drafting of new procedures as they arise.
• Assist in processing customer orders, invoicing and communications.
• Assist in annual physical inventory process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting and budgeting, preferably in a manufacturing and distribution environment.
• Knowledge of pertinent laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to record keeping, payroll, employee benefits, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and budgetary record keeping.
• Familiarity with cost allocation principles.
• Ability to perform complex data analysis.
• Ability to interpret and apply appropriate laws, policies, and procedures specific to the job functions.
• Ability to work carefully with details to assist preparing accurate, clear, and concise financial reports.
• Poses high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Continual demonstration of professionalism, tact, and diplomacy.
• Ability to work effectively with sound judgment in a manner that promotes collaborative problem solving and a cooperative environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work and learn in a fast paced and changing environment.
• Ability to work effectively, both independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action.
• Ability to prioritize and efficiently work under the frequent pressure of deadlines to complete accurate and timely projects, plans, and assignments.
• Knowledge and demonstrated use of computers and proficiency in MS Office 365.
• Knowledge of general office procedures and practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor''s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred.
• 4+ years of accounting, financial analysis and/or full-charge bookkeeping experience required.

Associate Benefits

While working for Express, our associates can also become eligible for a variety of benefits:

• Referral bonuses - $100 per employee referred after 80 hours worked.
• Medical plan
• Dental plan
• Vision/eyewear plan
• Prescription drug reimbursement
• Short-term disability
• Direct deposit
• Sick Pay
• Perks at Work – Save money with offers and discounts on everything from large or everyday purchases with popular merchants. 
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Life insurance

 

At Express, we will assess your skills; offer you interview and resume writing tips, and work with you to find a job that fits your needs and abilities. You will never pay a fee at Express and you will have the opportunity to earn benefits. We have more than 200 jobs available every month and we want to talk to you! To find out more, contact us today!

 

TO APPLY

1. Stop by our office at 1208 Washington Way Suite 130, Longview, WA 98632 (Monday-Friday 8am-5pm)
2. Call Express Employment Professionals at 360-414-1200 to speak with a hiring manager
3. Text "Jobs" to 360-414-1200
4. Complete the application on our website expresspros.com/longviewwa
5. Submit your resume via email to longviewwa@expresspros.com

 

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