Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare journal entries and document business transactions
Prepares monthly and quarterly operational performance reports
Assists the Area Controller in ensuring there are proper internal controls in place including compliance with company policies and procedures, Sarbanes Oxley and all other statutory requirements
Reconciles balance sheet accounts and statistical data and fully analyses financial statements in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principals (GAAP) and Company policy
May assist the Area Controller in the management of accounting personnel
May provide direction to the different accounting functional areas (invoice processing, billing, cash receipts, work order processing, credit analysis, receivable collections, month-end close, journal entries, statistical data, and payroll)
Supports the Area Controller during the annual budget and interim forecasting process and assists with analytical review
Supports the accounting aspects of capital expenditures, transfers and retirements
Assists with periodic financial audits including internal audits, external audits and peer reviews
Provides support and responds to information requests from corporate (accounting, tax, treasury, IT, HR, sales, environmental compliance, legal, etc.) as well as region and area field financial management as required
Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

Accounting experience
A thorough knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principals (GAAP)
Have MS Excel skills at an intermediate level
Must be able to demonstrate initiative to thoughtfully and fully research and follow up on non-standard situations to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
Effective and professional interpersonal communication across various levels of the organization and with external customers and vendors
Strong analytical skills
Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Ability to complete projects and assignments with minimal supervision
Strong organizational skills and ability to work in high-volume, fast-paced environment
Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and efficiently within a team environment
Experience with general ledger software and other programs consistently used in industry
Experience with Oracle accounting software and other programs consistently used in industry.

Area Accountant

Key skills