What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Niacom?
About us:
Niacom is a local Fiber-Optic Internet Service Provider (ISP) that specializes in residential and multi-dwelling internet service delivery serving the Buffalo community. Niacom utilizes XGS-PON Technology to deliver the fastest, most stable and symmetrical connections available in the market currently. We are committed to high-quality service delivery from end-to-end consisting of local technical support, state-of-the-art equipment, and community outreach.
Senior Accountant Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented senior accountant to perform and coordinate accounting duties within our organization. The senior accountant's responsibilities include preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, managing the month-end close process, assisting with tax returns, and performing other accounting duties as assigned. This is a hands-on role: the candidate will have the ability to oversee process & internal controls as well as assist & review on journal entries and G/L management.
To be successful as a senior accountant, you should have a solid working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and strong financial analysis skills. An outstanding senior accountant should also possess strong Excel skills, be detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work with little to no supervision and perform under pressure.
Senior Accountant Responsibilities:
· Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
· Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
· Analyze financial information and summarize financial status
· Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
· Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
· Oversee accounting assistants and bookkeepers
· Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process
· Provide input into department’s goal setting process
· Prepare financial statements and produce budget according to schedule
· Assist with audit and tax returns
· Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
· Manage month-end and year-end close process
Requirements:
· Proven experience at the Senior Accountant / Manager level
· Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required with a strong command of GAAP.
· 5 - 7 years of accounting experience
· Experience with job & cost accounting
· Great communication skills, both written and verbal.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly with Excel.
· Ability to work with autonomy.
Preferences:
· Experience with QuickBooks and / or Microsoft Business Central (Dynamics)
· Experience in Construction, Development, or Telecom
· CPA is a plus, not required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Buffalo, NY 14203: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75,000 - $100,000