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REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor Degree in accounting from a fully accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in progressively more responsible accounting functions.
* 5 years of hands on accounting experience in a corporate environment
* Knowledge of principles, practices, theories and methods of accounting
* Knowledge of legal requirements, regulations and laws applicable to area of assignment
* Strong Microsoft Office skills (particularly Word and Excel, with advanced skill in Excel)
* Proficiency with database software
* Strong customer service skills, the skill to communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, peers and other departments
PREFERRED:
* Experience with Timberline software
JOB DUTIES:
* Prepare, input and post journal entries to monthly general ledgers
* Perform general ledger account reconciliations
* Enter daily cash balances
* Reconcile bank statements to general ledger balances
* Prepare workers compensation, monthly premium reports and annual reconciliations for auditors
* Process salaried employee payroll, including entering time records, updating pay rates, benefits, garnishment and tax deductions, and distributing checks
* Work closely with the Human Resources Department to ensure salaried employees are paid according to the employment agreements and all payroll transactions are in compliance with company policies and procedures
* Maintain salaried attendance records including tracking of vacation and sick leave time
* Prepare payroll tax deposits for payment
* Keep abreast of payroll / tax related federal/state laws, requirements, and updates
* Provide back-up for accounts receivable duties including bank deposits
* Reconcile 401k payments made to Plan Administrator with salaried and hourly payroll data
* Perform special projects as assigned
EMPLOYER COMMENTS: Looking for someone who can define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Must exercise good judgment and make accurate and timely decisions. Must prioritize tasks in an environment of changing time constraints and deadlines. Will work as a team player and exhibit a high degree of flexibility, energy and positive attitude.
Job Classification: Accountants and Auditors
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