Staff AccountantFull Time Russell Springs, KY, US21 days ago Requisition ID: 1012DEPARTMENT: Accounting JOB TITLE: Staff Accountant REPORTS TO: Director of FinanceJOB PURPOSE: The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. Responsible for maintaining accurate and precise accounting.AUTHORITY: All employees have the authority to stop operations/production for the following three reasons:a quality defectan unsafe acta health hazardESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPrepares and analyzes financial statementsPrepares balance sheets and reconciliationConducts financial forecasting and budgeting activitiesPerforms month-end and year-end close processesEnsures accuracy and compliance with accounting principles and regulationsReconciles general ledger accountsPrepares journal entries and maintains accurate records of financial transactionsAssists with preparation of tax returns and auditsProvides financial analysis and recommendations to management for decision-making purposesCollaborates with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and systemsResearch and solve payment discrepanciesTrack and submit 401K withholdingsCoordinate month end physical inventory, prepare worksheets and distribute to appropriate individuals and summarize results.Performs payroll processing functionsEffectively perform any other duties as assigned or deemed necessary and appropriate.QUALIFICATIONSAn experienced individual with appropriate industry experience (3+ years in a manufacturing environment preferred.)An energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image.A strategic visionary with attentional to detail, sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment and strong operational focus.A well organized and self-directed individual team player.Possesses basic understanding of financial analysis and accounting policies, procedures, programs, and processes.Basic understanding of GAAP.An intelligent and articulate individual who can relate to people at all levels of an organization and possesses excellent communication skills.A good educator who is trustworthy and willing to share information and serve as a mentor.A decisive individual who possesses a "big picture" perspective and is well versed in systems and possesses good computer skills.High School Diploma or GED (BS Preferred), 10th Grade Math Level, and two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.Ability to clearly convey thoughts and ideas to all levels of the organization.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and see. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.#J-18808-Ljbffr