WM

Accountant I

WM

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Burnsville • Minnesota • United States

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Salary

💰 $56,100 - $67,000 per year

About the role

  • Prepares journal entries for entry into the general ledger system monthly by collecting necessary data, analyzing and/or allocating costs and preparing audit train support for the journal entries.
  • Analyzes general ledger accounts for accuracy; analyzes accrual accounts to ensure proper accruals.
  • Collects and analyzes financial data and prepares monthly combined financial statements and reports. Performs additional analysis for explanatory text required for reports and statement. Coordinates preparation of monthly financial package and reviews for accuracy.
  • Participates in monthly financial meetings for discussion and review of monthly financial reports.
  • Assists with the preparation of year-end closings. Prepares annual long-term and short-term financial statements in compliance with accounting guidelines and U.S. GAAP. Assists in the preparation of working papers for annual audit.
  • Provides guidance to other Finance personnel for proper internal and external financial accounting procedures and their application.
  • Assists with the preparation of annual budgets, updates, and strategic plans assigned areas. Coordinates preparation of monthly combining entries to combine financial results.
  • Prepares quarterly consolidation report for consolidation.
  • Assists with the maintenance and application of internal controls.
  • Prepares basic financial reports in a timely and accurate manner; and completes individual analytical projects in a satisfactory manner given abstract project guidelines.

Requirements

  • Associate's Degree (accredited) in Accounting, Business Administration or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree
  • High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and two (2) years of relevant experience
  • Zero (0) to three (3) years of relevant experience (in addition to education requirement)
Benefits
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Company match on 401K
  • Paid Vacation
  • Holidays
  • Personal Days
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
journal entriesgeneral ledgerfinancial data analysisfinancial statementsaccrual accountingU.S. GAAPinternal controlsbudget preparationfinancial reportingaudit preparation
Soft Skills
analytical skillsattention to detailcommunicationteam collaborationguidanceorganizational skillsproblem-solvingtime managementaccuracyparticipation in meetings
Certifications
Associate's Degree in AccountingAssociate's Degree in Business Administration