Accountant; Cleveland, OH

Position: Accountant (Cleveland, OH)
Who We Are We're Dealer Tire, a family-owned, international distributor of tires and parts established in 1918 in Cleveland, OH. We're laser focused on helping the world's largest and most trusted auto manufacturers grow their tire business-in fact, we've sold more than 60 million tires to date. We're a thriving company, and we're looking for driven individuals to join our team.

That's where you come in! Base Pay Range: $72,000.00 - $82,000.00/ Year As an Accountant, your essential job functions will include the following:
General Accounting
* Support the monthly financial close process by:
* Assure timely/accurate financial statement preparation consistent with U.S GAAP and company policies & procedures.
* Create/Monitor/Post accruals and journal entries, reconcile accounts and perform ad hoc analysis.
* Analyze/Perform Inventory reconciliation to sub-ledger detail identifying discrepancies and communicating solutions to the organization.
* Provide analytical support for the month-end close variance analysis.
* Collects and analyzes financial information for assigned accounts in order to track the organization's progress against its financial goals and to assist departments in their financial reporting and analysis.
* Research/Resolve transaction issues for assigned accounts in a timely manner.
* Analyzes expenditures, revenue, and depreciation to make recommendations for action and/or modifications regarding financial procedures, plans, and controls.
* Prepare audit requests and assist auditors with inquiries.
* Recommend process improvements utilizing best practices for current processes/future opportunities.
* Frequently manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
* Participate in/Lead physical inventory audits. Fixed Assets
* Develop an in-depth understanding of the JDEdwards Fixed Assets module in order to record fixed asset acquisitions/dispositions in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
* Work collaboratively with cross-functional areas to understand which projects are in process/ready for capitalization.
* Complete monthly account reconciliations to the subsidiary ledger for fixed assets accounts in a timely/accurate manner.
* Calculate/Record depreciation monthly for all fixed assets.
* Prepare fixed asset capital expenditures management reporting.
* Organize/Complete physical inventories of company's fixed assets in accordance with policies.
* Stay abreast/Remain compliant with regional/tax laws locating ways to reduce liability. Other Duties as Assigned

Position Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
* Two to four (2-4) years in general ledger accounting experience.
* Minimum 2+ years enterprise-level (ERP) experience.
* Foundational knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
* Strong demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
* Proven transactional accounting data flow understanding including order to cash and procure to pay cycles.
* Strong foundational Excel skills.
* Demonstrated ability to meet quality/time commitments, under pressure and with minimal supervision.
* Proven ability to effectively communicate with various organizational levels.
* Proven track record of success in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to create ad hoc reports using Business Intelligence tools preferred. Competencies Required
* Attention to Detail
* Agility
* Functional Expertise
* Critical Thinking
* Results Orientation
* Decisiveness
* Customer Focus
* Initiative
* Influence
* Operational Excellence Physical

Job Requirements
* Continuous viewing from and inputting data to a computer screen.
* Sitting for long periods of time.
* Travel as necessary (