Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of accounting principles
Experience with Financials Statements
Experience with GL functions and month-end and year-end closing processes
Advanced Skills in Excel including Vlookups and pivot tables
Accuracy and attention to detail
Experience working with external auditors
Outstanding communicator and the ability to work well with other departments
Time management skills and be able to prioritize work
Proven analytical skills, work requires continual attention to detail
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field plus 7 years' experience in General Ledger and Accounting; or the combination of education and experience that enables performance of all aspects of the position
Ability to hold a valid Wyoming or Idaho Driver's License
Responsibilities
The role of the senior accountant is to oversee all financial transactions which occur in the accounting system and to analyze and verify their accuracy and ensure transactions are entered in a timely manner
This includes journal entries as well as day-to-day transactions occurring inside the company
The Senior Accountant is responsible for review and presentation of the financial Statements to the Director of Accounting
Create, verify, and post all month end journal entries with accompanying schedules and backup documentation
Reconcile all balance sheet accounts each month
Create and maintain a schedule for each account and know the details of the account balances
Review all financial transactions to ensure accuracy
This would include, but not limited to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Inventory, Work order and Fixed Assets
Prepare, summarize, and review Financials Statements and present to Director of Accounting for review each month
Monthly financial reviews with Area Vice Presidents and Directors
Discover errors and suggest ways to improve processes
Apply new FASB and GAAP rules to Silver Star's Financials and make sure current financials are in accordance thereof
Manage and assist with annual audit field work and necessary audit review
Become an expert with NISC Financials and SIS
Assist in Tax Return preparation with external firm
Review of Commissions monthly to ensure accuracy of amounts to be paid out
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel
Program administrator for company credit cards
Includes adding / deleting employees, training etc
Provide 477 details to the legal department
Monitor bank accounts and initiate wire transfers
Cash drawer audits
In-Depth understanding of GAAP