Financial Accountant

Seeking to hire a Financial Accountant

The Accountant will process accounts payable and perform general accounting activities, including fixed assets, and the preparation of general ledger and bank account reconciliations.

Responsibilities:

· Monitor accounts payable email inbox and save invoices to workflow folder for processing.

· Reconcile invoices, resolve discrepancies, and ensure payment within due dates.

· Enter, code, and route invoices to the proper approval workflows per delegated authorities.

· Monitor AP workflow and approver queues, and ensure pending items are resolved timely.

· Mail AP checks, to include obtaining authorized signatures and routing for special handling.

· Obtain documentation for new vendors.

· Review expense reports for proper approvals, coding, and documentation.

· Prepare assigned daily and monthly general ledger and bank account reconciliations.

· Prepare journal entries in support of month-end close.

· Process fixed asset additions, disposals, and monthly reports.

· Ensure the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with accounting policies and procedures.

· Perform other tasks and duties as required or assigned.

Job Requirements:

· Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.

· Ability to initiate, organize, and prioritize assigned work to accomplish tasks in required time.

· Ability to work with concentration, accuracy, and strong attention to detail.

· Ability to analyze and solve routine or complex accounting problems.

· Ability to learn and follow policies and procedures.

· Ability to compose correspondence or documentation in a professional manner.

· Flexibility to simultaneously work on multiple assignments to meet deadlines.

· Strong written and oral communication skills.

· Professional appearance and strong work ethic.

· Proficiency using Microsoft Office, including strong use of Excel (pivot tables and formulas).

· Familiar with Oracle PeopleSoft applications (AP, Asset Management, General Ledger).

· Knowledge of the accounting cycle and month-end close process.

· Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Associate’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience.

Experience: Minimum of three (3) years accounting experience or combined equivalence with Associate’s Degree and/or applicable certification.

Farm Credit of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Drug Free Workplace