NASCO

Accountant I

NASCO

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Job Level

Junior

About the role

  • Responsible for performing all accounting functions related to accounts payable and purchase order processing
  • Setting up vendor purchase orders, matching and reconciling vendor invoices to purchase orders
  • Directing and ensuring payables are properly coded and authorized
  • Processing vendor invoices and expense reports for timely payment
  • Reconciling and resolving vendor statements
  • Reviewing and analyzing transactions to ensure compliance with GAAP and NASCO corporate policies and procedures
  • Daily cash monitoring of central financial bank accounts and posting adjustments to account balances
  • Performing monthly bank and investment reconciliations
  • Managing corporate American Express credit cards
  • Assisting with month-end financial closing processes
  • Maintaining balance sheet schedules and subsidiary ledgers
  • Communicating with controller regarding status of projects and initiatives
  • Auditing expense reports submitted for reimbursement to ensure compliance with policies
  • Managing vendor payables to ensure payments are made in accordance with terms
  • Producing requested financial reports for distribution and analyzing trends and exceptions
  • Assisting in the preparation of audit schedules to ensure accurate completion of external audit as requested

Requirements

  • One to three years of demonstrated and relevant experience in accounting in a corporate environment
  • Working knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Practices) and principles and applicable tax laws and regulations
  • Knowledge of computer and accounting systems, including general ledger systems, accounts payable, accounts receivable and other GL sub-systems.
  • Demonstrated understanding of business, accounting and financial concepts and a strategic view of integrating business goals and financial performance
  • Intermediate level skills with Excel/spreadsheet tools, presentations and financial databases.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data and identify trends, variances and significant factors that influence short and long term goals
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with demonstrated ability to interpret and explain financial information in a concise and business-focused manner
  • Strong use of problem solving skills to achieve goals
  • Excellent interpersonal skills that promote working successfully with different levels of management as well as staff, customers, and vendors to achieve mutual goals
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
  • CPA, CMA or CFM professional designation a plus
Benefits
  • Physical and Mental Health Benefits
  • Choice of Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • Telehealthcare – for Medical and Behavioral visits
  • Generous PTO with buy/sell options
  • 9 Company holidays, a floating day off, and a day off for volunteering
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness program - earn insurance discounts or credit towards health-related items
  • Financial Health Benefits
  • 401K Plan with employer matching contributions
  • Company-funded spending/reimbursement accounts to help with out-of-pocket medical expenses
  • Bonus and Recognition programs
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Consultation with financial planner
  • Basic Life & AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance provided, and Supplemental Term Life Insurance is available
  • Group Discount programs - mobile, technology services, etc., to help you save money
  • E-Learning – Comprehensive and current library of e-learning and performance support assets, available on demand and at no cost
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
accounts payablepurchase order processingvendor invoice reconciliationfinancial reportingbank reconciliationexpense report auditingGAAPExcelfinancial analysisgeneral ledger systems
Soft Skills
analytical skillscommunication skillsproblem solvinginterpersonal skillsstrategic thinkingattention to detailteam collaborationtime managementadaptabilitycustomer service
Certifications
Bachelors degree in AccountingBachelors degree in FinanceBachelors degree in Business AdministrationCPACMACFM