JOB SUMMARY:
The Senior Accountant will support the controller and CFO with the company’s general accounting and reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of US GAAP and proficient computer skills including a thorough understanding of QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel. The successful candidate must be detail-oriented and analytical, have the ability to handle multiple tasks, set and meet deadlines, have strong verbal and written communication skills, and be a team player.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Assists with monthly closing procedures including preparing journal entries for fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and various liability accruals.
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Review monthly sales tax calculations.
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Prepare quarterly entries for partially completed network installation projects.
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Assist in maintaining cash flow forecasts.
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Work closely with the controller to prepare schedules for annual review and tax return preparation.
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Assist controller with preparing schedules for foreign tax reporting.
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Prepare various customer reporting and agent commissions calculations.
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Assist with entering and reviewing daily cash transactions.
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Reconcile cash, income & expenses to bank statements.
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Post journal entries as requested by management and/or accounting firm.
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Assist management with the creation and maintenance of budgets.
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Communicate with financial institutions, insurers, and vendors regarding financial transactions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor’s degree in accounting with strong complimentary experience.
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Strong attention to detail and advanced analytical and organizational skills.
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Demonstrated proficiency with QuickBooks.
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel.
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Exercises discretion and an ability to work independently.
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Ability to juggle competing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
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Ability to analyze workload and prioritize tasks and assignments according to importance.
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Ability to respond to email queries quickly and effectively.