Staff Accountant Senior Financial Reporting

Staff Accountant Senior Financial Reporting

Staff Accountant Senior Financial Reporting in GAC Savannah Unique

Skills:

Bachelor degree or higher in Accounting Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Acctg or Finance required or equivalent combination of education and experience. 4 years of related experience is required. Master's Degree in Acctg or Finance or CPA may offset 1 year of experience. Proficient in the use of MS applications, principally Excel is required. Strong technology expertise in other applications a plus.

Position

Purpose:

Applies principles of financial reporting with a primary focus on increased analysis of financial reporting data, knowledge of financial reporting systems, and understanding the financial reporting processes.

• Analyzes and maintains a complete and accurate general ledger; prepares managerial and financial reports.
• Prepares and compiles financial data in a timely manner to support established schedules and deadlines.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules for closing.
• Reconcile assigned accounts including preparation of appropriate documentation.
• Participates as required on special project teams.
• Prepare analysis and recommend solutions for problems and improvements to existing systems and processes.
• Prepares schedules, reports, presentations, etc. for management.
• With minimal supervision, follows established procedures to perform moderately complex tasks requiring application of fundamental accounting practices and procedures.
• Analyzes records of financial transactions to determine accuracy and completeness of entries.
• Coordinates accounting procedures and activity across the enterprise to ensure standardization and consistency.
• Responsible for preparing and analyzing financial statements for specific entities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

A credit history check from a national credit bureau will be conducted for all candidates for this position including new hires and current employees seeking promotion or transfer. This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.