Accountant

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:·      Performs Accounting department clerical functions by coordinating activities and following accounting procedures.Complies with federal and state financial and tax requirements by studying and interpreting current and new legislation and advising management on key points.Balances the general ledger by preparing a trial balance and reconciling entries.Prepares financial reports for management by analyzing account information and trends.Processes quarterly tax returns, yearly 1099 & 1096 filings.Reconciles and enters monthly credit card transactions for the site. Is responsible for monitoring internal controls to assure proper compliance with accounting principles.Analyzes vendor accounts and answers vendors questions.Responsible for accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) activities.Follows up on delinquent AR accounts with customers.Prepares AP reports and maintains AP files.Maintains financial security by establishing internal controls verifying documentation and requesting disbursements.Protects operations by assuring that financial data is kept confidential.Assists managers in reviewing budget reports and budget forecasts.Answers account receivable and payable phone inquiries.Oversees Cycle Counts and associated adjustments.Enter daily banking activity into system.Generates monthly financial reports.Reviews both hourly and salary payroll, processes biweekly payroll reports.Maintains employment and wage records on hourly & salary personnel.Prepares employment records for internal and or external distribution.Assists Workers Compensation insurance carrier in resolving pending cases and monitoring employees currently out on leave.Coordinates the plant’s financial and HR activities with the appropriate corporate contact.Provides required documentation during annual audits. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:Will be asked to manage a small group of individuals. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To succeed at this job, you must have knowledge of accounting principles in both manual and automated systems. A key duty of this job will be the ability to comply with federal and state financial and tax requirements by studying and interpreting current and new legislation and advising management on essential points.