Senior Accountant Job in Dallas 75207, Texas Us

TITLE:  Accountant

 

DEPARTMENT: Accounting

 

Summary

 

The Senior Accountant reports to the Assistant Controller and is responsible for monthly general ledger close activities, balance sheet reconciliations, tax returns and income statement and balance sheet analysis.

 

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 

·         Prepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and other schedules for month-end close in a timely manner

 

·         Analyze financial statements on a monthly basis and report on variances

 

·         Prepare monthly account analysis of balance sheet and income statement accounts

 

·         Prepare sales tax, PUC and GRT accounting and remittance

 

·         Perform annual financial audit prep, research and support

 

·         Analyze financial information, call attention to trends, make recommendations, collect information and prepare reports

 

·         Create and maintain desk procedures

 

·         Assist in documentation and monitoring of internal controls

 

·         Provide support to other accounting areas during vacation or peak periods

 

·         Other projects as assigned

 

 

Job Requirements

 

 

·         Bachelor?s or higher degree in Accounting

 

·         3-5 years high volume accounting experience

 

·         Strong understanding of accounting theory

 

·         Intermediate level knowledge of all accounting functions and related internal controls, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, and inventory

 

·         Good knowledge of US GAAP and willingness to research and resolve accounting application

 

·         Strong analytical skills

 

·         Auditing skills, with the ability to research and reconcile difficult accounts

 

·         Excellent written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills with a customer service focus

 

·         Microsoft Excel experience a must

 

·         Enterprise resource planning (ERP) system knowledge is required. Oracle experience is a plus

 

·         Detail oriented and organized in work

 

·         Ability to meet assigned deadlines

 

·         Ability to work well in a fast paced environment, prioritize, work under pressure, meet deadlines and multi-task

 

·         Proactive and independent

 

·         Flexible and enthusiastic

 

 

Job Experience:
3-5 Years