Accountant Job in Reno 89521, Nevada US

Accountant

An international company with corporate headquarters in Reno, Nevada is looking for an Accountant with a wide scope of experience.  Under the direction of the Vice President of Finance, this position is responsible for providing general ledger accounting and internal control support to the Finance Department.  The position responsibility includes, but is not limited to, completion of the accounting close and ensuring that the general ledger account balances are properly stated in accordance with GAAP.  The scope includes a generally high/medium volume of transactions requiring independent decision-making and judgment.  If you are ready to demonstrate these skills and more, come join our winning team.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

General Qualifications:

·         Understand, apply and complete accounting activities in accordance with global accounting policies

·         Accountable for execution of the monthly accounting close process on a timely basis

·         Provide support and execution for sub-ledger and general ledger accounting

·         Prepare supporting documentation and record journal entries

·         Provide accounting support for payroll related tax issues

·         Prepare account reconciliations generally relating to high / medium risk accounting areas

·         Review other non-routine contract terms and conditions to assure compliance with the Company's policies

·         Perform and/or support review and analysis of financial statements analyze all general ledger accounts

·         Make wire transfers, journal funding transfers and reconciles monthly bank statements.

·         Provide audit support specific to general / business unit accounting

·         Monitor and execute internal control procedures to ensure that company assets are adequately protected

·         Maintain highest level of professional conduct and handle confidential information with the highest degree of integrity

·         Must be able to work independently and be a self-starter

·         Prepare year end accruals and prepare for annual corporate tax returns

Requirements:

·         Bachelors’ Degree in Business Administration, preferably with major in Accounting, with generally 5+ years of related professional experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

·         Minimum 2 years public accounting experience preferred, but not required

·         Knowledge of SAP, QuickBooks, Oracle reporting preferred

·         Experience in accounting and financial systems

·         Experience in interfacing with business customers in defining general ledger, account and reporting requirements

·         Experience in Account to Report process improvement and application systems implementation

·         Experience in budget development and forecasting

·         Knowledge of MS Excel, Word, Access

·         Knowledge of the general accounting processes

·         Knowledge and understanding of US generally accepted accounting principles (US-GAAP)

·         Understanding of internal control processes

·         Analytical skills

·         Supervisory experience is a plus

·         Strong interpersonal skills

·         Good written and oral communication skills

Physical Requirements:

·         Must possess mobility to work in standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions, strength to lift and carry files weighing up to 10 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen

Company benefits:
• Competitive salary range
• Medical, dental vision healthcare plans
• Paid holidays
• Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer