Staff Accountant

Central States Bus Sales is currently seeking a Full-Time Staff Accountant for our Fenton, MO location. This position has the primary responsibility of providing general accounting support in the areas of month end close, accounts receivable, sales taxes, bus commissions, inventory control and financial analysis. The ideal candidate will have the ability to multi-task, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and provide excellent customer service.

• General Accounting:
  Help maintain general ledger by reconciling ledger accounts, posting journal entries, assist with month end close and perform bank reconciliations.
• Accounts Receivable:
  Monitor past due accounts, facilitate collection of outstanding receivables from customers, respond to customer inquiries, identify problems, investigate and resolve irregularities.
• Sales Tax:
  File, pay and maintain state sales and use tax for all locations. Monitor for additional nexus/filing jurisdiction and administer exemption certificates.
• Calculate sales commissions for bus sales.
• Ensure that all bus sale transactions are properly recorded and costed.
• Ensure all revenue and cost of goods sold transactions are matched and recorded in the proper accounting period.
• Maintain accurate inventory by posting inventory adjustments and assisting with the annual physical inventory.
• Assist in general financial management and analysis as needed.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Knowledge of accounting operations, general ledger, and financial reporting
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products with moderate computer skills and proficiency with Excel
• Knowledge of inventory sales flow and processing
• Knowledge of sales/use tax reporting regulations and deadlines
• Knowledge of commission programs, definitions and methodologies
• Can work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to maintain professionalism under pressure
• Analytical and problem-solving experience
• Excellent customer service skills, including phone skills

Central States Bus Sales offers a competitive compensation package including:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D benefits, HRA, HSA, FSA, 401k, Vacation/Personal time, and Holidays.